​How Does God Become My Father?

The Christian Life

​How Does God Become My Father?

Sermon on the Mount by M. Lloyd-Jones

The profound question, "How does God become my Father?" finds its answer within the Scriptures. As stated in John 1:11-12, Christ's arrival was met with rejection by His own. However, those who embraced Him were granted the authority to become children of God. This transformative process, known as being 'born again,' involves receiving a new life and nature, aligning with the holy essence of our Heavenly Father. Without this new, holy nature—given only by God—we remain distant from Him and His promises. Acknowledging our sins and the redemption offered through Christ's sacrifice on the cross is the pathway to becoming God's children and recognizing Him as our Father.

This spiritual journey is likened to a captivating story:

A man, adept at tightrope walking, decided to stretch a cable across Niagara Falls. A crowd gathered, filled with anticipation and doubt, to witness his endeavor across the formidable waterfall. Successfully navigating the tightrope to and fro, he then posed a challenge: Would anyone trust him enough to be carried across on his back? Amidst the crowd's silence, one individual stepped forward, placing his trust in the performer. This act of faith allowed him to be safely transported across the natural divide.

This narrative mirrors our relationship with God. Christ has bridged the ultimate divide—death itself—through His resurrection. He invites us to place our trust in Him for our salvation, offering safe passage from death to eternal life. Have you placed your trust in Christ for your salvation? He awaits your faith, ready to welcome you.

Rev. Grady Simpson

At Evangel Church, we provide a range of Bible studies led by our Pastors and Elders, dedicated to deepening your understanding of placing trust in Jesus. We warmly invite everyone interested in exploring their faith further.

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