Redeemed by Grace: Embracing Our Inheritance as God’s Children

The Father's Plan: Redeemed for Sonship

Opening Prayer:

Heavenly Father, we are in awe of Your perfect plan to redeem us through Jesus Christ.

Thank You for sending Your Son at the right time to deliver us from bondage and adopt us as Your children.

Open our hearts to understand the depths of Your love and grace.

Holy Spirit, guide us as we reflect on the beauty of redemption and the privileges of sonship.

May this time draw us closer to You and transform our lives for Your glory.

In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Devotional: "Redeemed for Sonship"

Scripture Focus: “But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons.” - Galatians 4:4-5

God’s timing is always perfect. When Jesus entered the world, it was not a random event but a fulfilment of a divine plan crafted before time began. His mission was twofold: to redeem us from the curse of the law and to restore us as God’s children, granting us all the privileges of sonship.

Redemption means being "bought out of the slave market." Through His sacrifice, Jesus paid the price we could never afford, breaking the chains of sin and law. But redemption doesn’t stop there. It moves us from slavery to sonship, giving us access to God as our loving Father and making us heirs to His promises.

Reflect today:

• Are you living in the freedom Christ purchased for you?

• How can you fully embrace your identity and inheritance as a child of God?

Rejoice in the Father’s plan that redeemed you and gave you the privilege of calling Him "Abba, Father."

Prayer:

Father, thank You for redeeming me and adopting me as Your child.

Help me to live in the freedom and privileges of sonship, reflecting Your love and grace.

Amen.

Bible Study: "The Father's Plan: Redemption & Sonship"

Theme: Understanding the purpose and privileges of God’s redemptive plan.

Key Scriptures:

Luke 24:21

"But we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place."
This verse reflects the disciples' hope for redemption, which was ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ through His resurrection.

Galatians 4:4-7

"But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, ‘Abba, Father.’ So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir."
This passage highlights our redemption through Christ and our adoption as God’s sons and daughters, emphasiSing our new identity and inheritance in Him.

Matthew 5:17

"Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them."
This verse emphasises that Jesus came to fulfill the law’s requirements perfectly, pointing to His role in bringing the law’s redemptive purpose to completion.

Leviticus 17:11

"For the life of a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood that makes atonement for one’s life."
This Old Testament verse foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, whose blood was shed to bring atonement and eternal life to all who believe.

These verses collectively weave the beautiful narrative of God’s redemptive plan through Jesus Christ.

Discussion Points:

1. God’s Perfect Timing:

   • Reflect on Galatians 4:4. Why is it significant that Jesus came at the “fullness of time”?

   • How does understanding God’s timing strengthen your trust in His plans for your life?

2. The Twofold Purpose of Redemption:

   • Discuss how Jesus redeemed us from the curse of the law (Galatians 3:13).

   • What does it mean to move from slavery under the law to sonship with God?

3. Privileges of Sonship:

   • Read Galatians 4:6-7. How does the Holy Spirit affirm our identity as children of God?

   • What are some privileges of being an heir of God? How can you live in the fullness of this inheritance?

4. The Cost of Redemption:

   • Reflect on Leviticus 17:11 and its fulfillment in Jesus’ sacrifice. Why was the shedding of blood necessary for our redemption?

   • How does understanding the cost of redemption deepen your gratitude and devotion to God?

Activity:
Write a letter to God thanking Him for redeeming you and adopting you as His child. Reflect on the privileges of being His child and commit to living in the freedom and inheritance He has given you.

Closing Prayer:

Father, thank You for Your perfect plan of redemption and for sending Jesus to purchase my freedom and restore me to You.

I am grateful to be Your child, redeemed by the precious blood of Christ.

Help me to live in the fullness of my inheritance, reflecting Your love and grace to others.

Strengthen my trust in Your timing and purpose for my life.

In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.