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What Is the Spirit of Adoption in Romans 8?

The Spirit of adoption gives believers the confidence to approach God as their Father. Romans 8 ties that relationship to belonging to Christ, being led by the Spirit, and sharing Christ's inheritance.

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“For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.”

Romans 8:15 · KJV

Why does Paul use the words Abba, Father?

Jesus uses that address in Gethsemane as He submits His will to the Father. Paul uses it when describing the Spirit's work in believers. Adoption gives us permission to bring our fear, grief, and surrender to the Father, even when an answer requires patience.

What does the Spirit bear witness to?

Romans 8:16 says the Spirit bears witness with our spirit that we are God's children. The verses around it connect that assurance to putting sinful deeds to death and following Christ through suffering. Sonship changes the way we live and gives us a secure place from which to grow.

Put it into practice

Use Romans 8:15 as a starting point for prayer. Bring one specific fear to the Father, then name the faithful action you can take today.

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Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

What does Abba mean?

Abba is an Aramaic form of address for a father. In Mark and Paul's letters it carries both intimacy and reverence.

Does being an heir mean I will avoid suffering?

Romans 8:17 holds inheritance and suffering with Christ together. Paul's promise reaches toward the glory God will reveal.