Your
Adoption To Sonship
Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who
are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who
gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death.
Romans
8:1-2
The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so
that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your
adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.” The Spirit himself
testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. Now if we are children,
then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in
his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.
Romans
8:15-17
When we put our faith in Jesus, He graciously delivers
us from sin and the hold that Satan had on us. However, it may take time to
change out old sinful habits and behavior. Satan can make us feel trapped. But
God’s Spirit has set us free; He doesn’t enslave us.
Through our Bible reading, prayer, and the power of
the Holy Spirit, God works in us to cleanse us and to help us live for Him. The
Bible encourages us to be confident in our walk with Jesus without feeling as
if we are not set free.
Jesus said, “If the Son sets you free, you will be
free indeed.” May the freedom we have in Christ spur us on to love Him and
serve Him.
My
chains fell out, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed Thee.
Our
Daily Bread – June 26, 2018