1Now I say, as long as the heir is a child, he does not differ at all from a slave although he is owner of everything, 2but he is under guardians and managers until the date set by the father. 3So also we, while we were children, were held in bondage under the elemental things of the world. 4But when the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law,5so that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. 6Because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!” 7Therefore you are no longer a slave, but a son; and if a son, then an heir through God.
Born a slave under bondage to the things of the world. God sent forth His Son, who redeemed us with His body and blood so we could receive the adoption as sons (and daughters).
Now you have the Spirit of His Son in your heart!
You are no longer a slave to this dying world but an adopted son and daughter of our Heavenly Father! Rejoice for you are now an heir through God!
An important distinction, heirs in this world can have their rights and possessions stolen.
But a heir through God, His seal has been placed on you and Satan can't steal, destroy or take that away!
Blessings, David
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