Bible dictionary for children
Adoption
Adoption means being welcomed into a family with real belonging.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Adoption means being welcomed into a family with real belonging. Paul uses this family word as a picture of people's relationship with God.
Talk about it
What helps someone know that their welcome is real?
An example from the Bible
Romans connects adoption with the Spirit and calling God Father. The picture emphasizes welcome, not a second-class place in the family.
Read Romans 8:15 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Romans 8:15
For you didn’t receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
