The marks of a right relationship with the Father are seen in Yeshua's example: relying, experiencing, and imitating Abba. These are not standards to measure up to, but are signs of the new nature we’ve been given freely by Abba in Christ through the Holy Spirit. Our new nature reflects the presence and light of the Father, which is our new point of origin. Abba doesn’t use guilt to drive our relationship; instead, His kindness washes away guilt and transforms our thinking.

This new perspective of who He is stirs in us a desire to trust, be known by, and obey Him—ultimately, a desire to be loved by Him. The gospel is about believing, not doing. Through belief, His life flows through us!

Scripture:

Genesis 15:1-7

Psalm 32

Psalm 89:14

Isaiah 64:8

Hosea 10:12

Matthew 5:5-6

John 1:1-18

John 17:20-23

Romans 8:12-17

Ephesians 1:3-14

2 Corinthians 5:20-21

Galatians 3:26-4:21

1 John 4:17-29