Children of God

Romans 8:12 - 17

12 Therefore, brothers and sisters, we have an obligation—but it is not to the flesh, to live according to it. 13 For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live.

14 For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. 15 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.[a] And by him we cry, “Abba,[b] Father.” 16 The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. 17 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.

What a wonderful gift God has given us, to be His children! This was accomplished through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. 

Although this is a very special gift, it also comes with great responsibility.  As children of God we no longer live according to the flesh but according to the Spirit.

As you walk through your day celebrate the wonderful privilege and responsibility of being a child of God.