2 Corinthians 6:17
And "I will be a Father to you, and you will be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty."
*Strong's Ex. Conc. No. 3962
Father: heavenly Father, Ancestor, Elder
From the Greek word 'patér' (pronounced pat-ayr').
God creates all life including people. God also creates new life, a second life, an eternal born again life in a person when that person believes on the Name of His only begotten Son Jesus Christ for their salvation.
>James 1:18
>John 3:3-18
Every time our faith is activated -- received and obeyed -- we become a little more like our heavenly Father. It is how people recognize us: they see Jesus in us before we even speak.
I was in a parking lot a few years ago, after shopping, and a lady called out to me from the other side, and said, "You're a Christian! I can see you." I was amazed that she could see Jesus in me! Are you recognized as God's sons or daughters?
John 1:12,13
But as many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on His Name. Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
Romans 8:16
The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God's children.
As our heavenly Father, God knows our needs before we even ask for anything. He knows what is good for us and what is not edifying for us. Our heavenly Father gives us good gifts (James 1:17; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11). Gifts which benefit us as His sons and daughters. Gifts which help us to grow in Him and in each other.
Our heavenly Father is a good Father -
Luke 18:19
Our heavenly Father disciplines His children with love -
2 Samuel 7:14,15
Our heavenly Father works in us -
Philippians 2:13
Our heavenly Father gives us faith -
Romans 12:13
Our heavenly Father is glorified in us -
2 Corinthians 9:13; 1 Peter 4:11
Our heavenly Father makes Himself known to us -
Romans 9:23
And so much, much more is our heavenly Father to us. Our Grace. Our Mercy. Our Peace. Our Salvation. Our Hope.
Shepherd of My Soul - Rivers & Robots
Since Your Love - United Pursuit
You Say - Lauren Daigle
Build My Life - Pat Barrett
Sons & Daughters - Jason Upton
Belong To You - Here Be Lions
