In verses 14-16 of Romans 8, Paul continues to unfold the many blessings of the gospel. For those in the Spirit, God is not a stern judge but a gracious helper as he adopts us. There is an inward sense of sonship. There is the promise of present and future inheritance. The path of the cross is the only path to the glory awaiting “fellow heirs with Christ.” The gospel means strength for trials, not escape from them.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
THINKING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR MINDS TO HELP US UNDERSTAND GOD’S WORD.
What does it mean to be “sons of God” (v.14)?
How does being a child of God change your perception of Him?
FEELING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR AFFECTIONS TO HELP US LOVE GOD
How can the doctrine of Adoption warm our affections for God?
How can this doctrine bring us assurance and cast out fear?
DOING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR HANDS TO HELP US LIVE FOR GOD (PERSONALLY, COMMUNALLY, AND MISSIONALLY)
How have you experienced the witness of the Holy Spirit indicating that you are a child of God?
How should the reality of being an adopted child inform the way you pray?
