Sermons on adopted children: showing 241-255 of 102,806

Live As God's Children

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 6, 2001

God has set us free from the control of sin so that we might freely live as his children.

When Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation he freed the slaves. They could live as free people. Their whole lives had changed. They were no longer subject to the oppression of their masters. They would no longer be punished by the authorities if they chose to leave their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

The Comfort And Confidence Of Children Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

There is nothing more comforting for a child, than a safe and loving home. Such an environment fosters growth and stability. The same principle applies for the children of God. Living confidently in Him, we enjoy growth and stability.

The Comfort and Confidence of Children 1 John 3: 1-3 Our text this evening deals with the wonderful love of God and the eternal blessings bestowed on those who have been adopted into the family of God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ our Lord. There is no greater comfort than knowing one has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Adoption As Sons - 4 Key Aspects

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

1. Accomplished by Redemption 2.

1. Accomplished by Redemption 2. Assured in our Hearts by the Holy Spirit 3. Accompanied by Freedom 4. Associated with our Full Inheritance a study of Gal. 4:5; Rom. 8:15 as well ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

“adopting Kingdom Priorities” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 2, 2015

The kingdom of God is all about relationships.

It’s Tuesday on the last week of Christ’s life. During this week, Jesus stayed in Bethany, only 2 miles from Jerusalem, and traveled daily into the city. On Sunday, He triumphantly entered Jerusalem; on Monday, he had run the money changers out of the temple; on Thursday, He would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Family Of God

Contributed by Stuart Gibson on Aug 7, 2018

A sermon preached on Trinity Sunday which talks about fostering and adoption and our ultimate adoption into God's family as His children.

A fact that some of you may not know about me, is that when I was 19 my parents began fostering. It has been a wonderful journey where we have had the privilege to be a part of over 20 children’s lives in a time of great need. They’ve learned from us and we’ve learned a lot more from them. On the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Forever God's Children Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 15, 2018

Message in our exposition of Romans. This message explores chapter 8 focusing on the ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Forever God’s Children” Paul instructed the Galatians concerning a continual internal warfare in every believer. For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Securely Sealed Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

10th in the series dealing with the security of our salvation by His sealing work.

“Securely Sealed” Eph 1:13-14 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 1. Specially Chosen 1:4 2. Purposefully Adopted 1:5-6 3. Freely Redeemed and Forgiven 1:7-8a 4. Spiritually Enlightened 1:8b-10 5. Surely Deemed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hope In A Groaning World

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jul 2, 2020

Our HOPE in a frustrated creation: God promises to redeem creation, God adopts us as his children, the Holy Spirit gives us a taste of our glorious future.

HOPE IN A GROANING WORLD—Romans 8:14-27 On the World Frustration Index, what do you think the current level is? Actually, the World Frustration Index is fictional; I made it up. But if there were such a thing, what level would we be at? ***For 2020: Pretty high! We have been stuck inside for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-27, Romans 8:14-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Freedom Of Maturity Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 26, 2009

This message encourages people to grow up and think for themselves. In the history of redemption, God’s people were once children in His eyes. Now, since Christ has redeemed us, we are adult sons, free from the guardianship of the law.

The Freedom of Maturity (Galatians 4:1-11) Marian Obeda, from London, Ontario, talks about a time when her husband, a pastor, was asked to officiate at a lot of weddings one particular season. During that time, they were also preparing for a son’s birthday party. When Marian asked him whom he ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

When God's Spirit Leads

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 4, 2019

Who are the children of God? What advantage is there being led by the Spirit of God? How do we know we are being led by the Holy Spirit? Let's look at Romans 8:14-17.

Who are the children of God? What advantage is there being led by the Spirit of God? How do we know we are being led by the Holy Spirit? Led Romans 8:14 “For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.” Are we led by the world and its values or the Spirit of God? If we are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joyous Mother Of Children

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 10, 2014

A consideration of God's best gifts and our response to His goodness. Weighing society's response and what our response to God should be.

“Praise the LORD! Praise, O servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD! “Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and forevermore! From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the LORD is to be praised! “LORD is high above all nations, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Children From God

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 6, 2024

Sanctity of Life message regarding where we should be as believers, and where our culture is, and what we do about it.

Background to passage: The year was probably between 1100 BC and 1080 BC. The period of the Judges had been long and tumultuous. Samuel was to be the last of the judges and a huge transition into the kingdom years. The book of 1 Samuel begins with the birth of Samuel. 51 years ago, the Supreme ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Living As Children Of The King Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 26, 2007

A message in an expository series from Galatians

Very forcefully Paul has just finished making the point that we are no longer slaves but children of God and since we are children of God, He has also made us heirs. This reveals the ultimate purpose of God sending His Son, of the Son putting on humanity and His sacrifice on the cross to set us ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Children Of Encouragement

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 11, 2003

This is basically a shortened version of Brian Winslade’s excellent sermon on encouragement. Much gratitude to him on a week of a funeral!

Acts 9:19-31 – Being Children of Encouragement You might have heard the story of the married couple asleep in bed on a stormy night who were awakened by a loud knock on the front door. The man crawled out of bed and grumpily went downstairs. When he opened the front door he found a man dripping ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31, Hebrews 10:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving A Legacy: The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 13, 2017

To pass on our legacy of faith to and through our children, we must Know God and Make Him Known to them.

1. OK City Survivor Tree The most-sacred symbol in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a tree: a sprawling, shade-bearing, an old American elm. Tourists drive from miles around to see her. People pose for pictures beneath her. Arborists carefully protect her. She adorns posters and letterhead. Other trees ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ