What does it actually mean to be a child of God, and why does that understanding matter so much? In this first part of a two-part conversation, Dot and Cara dig into the theology behind spiritual adoption and identity, unpacking what Scripture teaches about being welcomed into God’s family. They explore the difference between being created by God and being a child of God, and why understanding that distinction brings security, freedom, and peace. Grab your Bible, a pencil, and a cup of coffee, and pull up a chair with us!

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Episode recap:

• Intro (00:00)
• Start by writing down Romans 8:15-17 (0:13)
• This truth changed the way Cara viewed herself (1:58)
• There is a distinction between being created by God and being a child of God (4:20)
• Sin creates separation from God (8:25)
• We are all walking around wondering, ‘who am I?’ (12:15)
• Child of God means accepted, adopted, and embraced in the family of God (17:39)
• This understanding changes everything (19:20)
• The Spirit in you is evidence you are a child of God (25:20)

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Scripture Verse: Romans 8:15-17 (ESV) “For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him.”