In this holiday replay from November 19, 2024, we see that our motivations reveal our hearts. Why should we do as God says? A lowly servant might obey out of fear. An employee might obey for hope of reward or fear of punishment. But for those who are in Christ, Paul says, our obligation is that of adopted children. We respond to God's generosity, not to gain something positive or avoid something negative, but purely out of joyful gratitude! Happy Thanksgiving!

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For Reflection:

Why should we obey God? Servants might fear punishment and employees might seek a reward, but we are adopted children who are at our best when moved by joyful gratitude!

- The Spirit testifies that we are adopted children. How might you feel or live differently is this idea was ever-present to you? What might help you to remember this thought and feeling in darker times?

- How might you feel and live differently if you remembered this truth about your spiritual sisters and brothers?