1 John 3:1 Loved and Adopted by the Father

Keith Fong | June 27, 2025

1 John 3:1 (ESV) See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. …

Discussion Questions

1. Do you know anyone who is adopted? What was their experience like? 

2. How are earthly adoption and heavenly adoption different? How are they similar? 

3. Do you ever doubt that God loves you? Why?

 4. How does knowing “being a Christian” means that God adopts you into His family change your life? 

5. Of the seven ways to live as a child of God, which one stands out to you? Why? 

0. Introduction: Adoption

Key idea: God so loved us, He adopted us as sons and daughters.

I. See the Great Love of Your Heavenly Father!

II. Be the Child of God You Are!

1. As a Child of God, Know the Father’s Great Love

2. As a Child of God, Trust Your Father

3. As a Child of God, Do Not Love Sin

4. As a Child of God, Imitate God

5. As a Child of God, Love Your Siblings

6. As a Child of God, Seek Out New Siblings
   
7. As a Child of God, Spend Time With Your Father