Galatians 4.4-7

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Limerick

In the fullness of time, God sent His Son
To redeem us and make us His own
We’re no longer slaves, but heirs
With a Father who truly cares
Through Christ, our true identity is shown

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Potential actions to take in response

One practical way to respond to the teaching of Galatians 4:4-7 is to reflect on the profound truth that through Jesus, we have been adopted as children of God. This means that we are no longer slaves to fear or sin, but heirs and co-heirs with Christ. This should lead us to live our lives with a deep sense of gratitude, joy, and confidence in our identity as beloved children of God.

In practical terms, this could mean intentionally cultivating a daily practice of thankfulness for the incredible gift of adoption into God’s family. We can also seek to live our lives in a way that reflects our identity as children of God, treating others with love, compassion, and grace just as our Heavenly Father has done for us. Additionally, we can find assurance and strength in knowing that we are not alone, but have the Holy Spirit dwelling within us, guiding and empowering us to live out our faith.

Ultimately, responding to this teaching means allowing it to shape our perspective, attitudes, and actions, as we embrace the reality of being cherished and valued members of God’s family.

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Related passages

Themes: Redemption through Christ, adoption as children of God, freedom from the law, inheritance.

Related passages:
1. Romans 8:15 – “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. And by him we cry, ‘Abba, Father.’”
This passage also speaks of adoption as children of God and our relationship with Him.

2. Ephesians 1:5 – “He predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will.”
This passage also emphasizes our adoption as children of God through Jesus Christ.

3. Galatians 3:26 – “So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith.”
This passage reinforces the theme of being children of God through faith in Christ.

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