Adopted by God

"...the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by Him we cry, Abba, Father." -Romans 

Adoption holds a special place in my heart. I always knew I wanted to adopt. I believe the Good Lord in His infinite wisdom and purpose was preparing me to be married to an adoptee who had several first cousins who are also adopted. Their family refers to them as "the chosen ones." I love that title, it says so much. The vast majority of us don't get to choose our families. To be chosen is to be wanted. The chosen have been found to have inherent worth and value that they don't have to earn. Once adoptions are legally finalized, all the rights of children are immediately granted to the adopted.

Being the father to two adopted boys, I understand the beauty of God's plan of salvation a little better these days. Believing in Jesus grants us adoption into the family of God. The God of the Universe made a way for us to be part of His family by dying on the cross for us. Take some time to let that marinate and sink in. We are so loved and valued to be chosen by God. It is a huge blessing to be part of His family. Our inheritance is eternal life with Him. He allows us to have a personal relationship with Him where we can call Him Father. As father, He is always there for us. What is His is ours. He is always guiding, protecting, and providing. As sinners, we did nothing to earn it, and we can't do anything to change it. Thank you Father that your heart for us leads to adoption into Your family. 

Be blessed,

Senior Captain Bobby Delgado

HFD Chaplain