A Word of Encouragement

January 30, 2026

Luke & Xander - July 2020

Grace, Hope & Peace, Friend;

Paul wrote, "Even though a child will inherit everything, as long as they remain a child, they are really no different from slaves - subject to guardians and managers - until the date set (by their father) to receive their inheritance. (Galatians 4:1-2)

So we too, when we were children, were held in bondage under the elementary principles of the world. But when the fullness of the time came, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law, so that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption as sons and daughters.
	Galatians 4:3-5

At exactly the right time - according to God's plan - He sent Jesus to redeem us and reconcile us into His family.

Because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, "Abba! Father!" Therefore you are no longer a slave, but a son; and if a son, then an heir through God.
	Galatians 4:6-7

Although we are still subject to guardians and managers, we are children of God - reconciled to Him (2 Corinthians 5:18-19) - and, as His children, we have an inheritance that slaves do not have.

Abba, Avinu - Daddy, Father - thank You for reconciling me into Your family.

Bless the Lord, my soul, and do not forget any of His benefits. He pardons all your guilt and heals all your diseases. He redeems your life from the pit, and crowns you with favor and compassion.
	Psalm 103:1-3 - Condensed

Children of God,