Adopted By God

- A sound, devotional, encouraging treatment of the doctrine of adoption- Draws from the Bible's use of family imagery rather than preconceived notions of fatherhood, adoption, sonship- Comforting and compelling application of adoption to difficult life situations

In this New Studies in Biblical Theology volume, Trevor Burke argues that the scripture phrase "adopted as sons," while a key theological metaphor, has been misunderstood, misrepresented or neglected. He redresses the balance in this comprehensive study of the phrase. "This volume not only probes a neglected theme; it also edifies," says D. A. Carson.

With a strong emphasis on the scriptural basis for each doctrine—what the whole Bible teaches us today about a particular topic; clear writing, with technical terms kept to a minimum; and a contemporary approach, emphasizing how each doctrine should be understood and applied by present-day Christians, Making Sense of the Bible is required reading for understanding the relevant passages of Scripture.Topics include Canon of Scripture: the list of all books that belong in the Bible; Authority of Scripture: all words in Scripture are God’s words because that is what the Bible claims for itself; Clarity of Scripture: the Bible is written so that its teachings are able to be understood by all who read it; Necessity of Scripture: the Bible is necessary for knowledge of the gospel; and Sufficiency of Scripture: Scripture contains all the words of God he intended his people to have.Written in a friendly tone, appealing to the emotions and the spirit as well as the intellect, Making Sense of the Bible helps readers overcome wrong ideas, make better decisions on new questions, and grow as Christians.

Every Christian has been adopted into God's family. Yet, the great truth of what adoption means has been neglected throughout history and overshadowed by other truths. In Adopted by God you'll discover--perhaps for the first time--the life-transforming joy that comes from being adopted as God's cherished son or daughter. Through clear biblical teaching and stories from the Priebe family's journey in adopting their son from China, this book will: * Explain what it means to be adopted by God * Increase your assurance of God's acceptance and love * Provide you with strength to face the most difficult trials in life * Equip you to gain victory over sins in your life * Enable you to relate to others in ways that heal the wounds of racism, sexism, and loneliness Discover adoption. Encounter joy. Experience transformation

Do you know anyone who was adopted? Are you adopted? Have you ever thought about adopting a child? This is one man's journey with dealing his own personal struggles with adoption. In the midst of trying to find his own identity, he discovered that not only was he naturally adopted but he was spiritually adopted as well. When Quivari was a child at the tender age of nine, he found out some devastating news that shattered the world he'd known. His parents were not his own. He was adopted. Quivari then set out to find his identity. He wanted to know who he really was and questioned why his biological parents didn't want him. This journey caused Quivari to battle a gamut of emotions and question everything and everyone he knew and loved. Until one day, Quivari started hearing from his Father. His Father started to talk to him about his life and his future. When Quivari realized just how much this Father had given up for him and was willing to do for him just because he loved him, Quivari started to gain hope. But could he risk being hurt again? Would he bounce back from this if he was wrong about this? In this day and age where the church has just become a place where people go to every now and then to relieve their guilty conscience, Adopted by God challenges readers with these timeless questions: What is God to you? Is He truly your father? Do you really feel like you are His son or daughter? Quivari's journey will help you answer these questions honestly and show you how you too were adopted by God!

A Godward Life is the first of three devotional volumes by John Piper, each feature 120 vignettes that focus on the radical difference it makes when we choose to live with God at the center of all that we do. Scripture-soaked and touching on the issues which most affect our lives today, A Godward Life is a passionate, moving, and articulate call for all believers to live their lives in conscious and glad submission to the sovereignty and glory of God.

In this practical book, Moore highlights the importance of adoption for all Christians, encouraging readers to lead the way in adoption and orphan advocacy out of our identity as adopted children of God.

Long before you decided to adopt, long before your child was born, God planned to put your adopted child into your home. Your child is an amazing gift from God, but nurturing an adopted child also brings unique challenges. Understanding your adopted child from God's perspective will allow you to address those challenges by faith and with ...