In this section of Romans 8, Paul introduced a transformative concept to illustrate our unique relationship with God when we trust Christ as our personal Lord and Savior. He used powerful illustrations of adaption and sonship. Paul revealed that a born-again believer enters into the family of God through the transformative act of adoption, made possible by the Person and work of Jesus Christ.
When born-again believers grasp this reality, it profoundly impacts their hearts, minds, and wills. Let’s explore this passage together.