Whose Child? (1 of 3)

It is sad when children have no idea who their FATHER is. There are choices made in our society today which have led up to many sad situations; mothers not knowing who the FATHER of their child is or “possible” FATHERS each claiming, “It’s not mine!” It is astonishing that such situations are even brought to television where all parties are confronted before the results of a DNA test are aired -- all done for “entertainment” purposes.

It is also sad when one may think they know who their FATHER is, but they do not. This is especially true in the sphere of spiritual relationships.

Jesus addressed some Jews who thought they knew, but did not. [I encourage you to turn and read the entire text ( John 8:31-47) since I will only be quoting three verses here.]

These Jews focused on their heritage when they claimed…
“(39) They answered him, ‘ABRAHAM IS OUR FATHER.’ Jesus said to them, ‘If you were Abraham’s children, you would be doing what Abraham did, ’” ( John 8:39 ESV)

After Jesus pointed out how uncharacteristic their life was compared to Abraham, He continued to press His point until they responded with an even loftier claim.
“‘(41) You are doing what your father did.’ They said to him, ‘We were not born of sexual immorality. WE HAVE ONE FATHER -- EVEN GOD.’” ( John 8:41
ESV)

Their claim was that they were not illegitimate children. They were children of God. He was their FATHER. He was their only FATHER. But was it truly so? If the statement is true, “Like FATHER, like son.”, who was their FATHER?

Jesus minced no words as He pointed out who their FATHER really was.
“‘(44) You are of YOUR FATHER THE DEVIL, and YOUR WILL IS TO DO YOUR FATHER’S DESIRES. He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the FATHER OF LIES.’” ( John 8:44 ESV)

Wow! What a charge! What a sad reality! They thought, but they did not know. Regardless of the claims, it is the truth which must be found. After all, “truth” was the subject that produced the discussion on this occasion; “truth [that] will set you free.” ( John 8:31-32)

Do we want to know the truth? Do we truly know who our FATHER is? Can we know? The Scriptures imply we can. We may need to look up our adoption papers or re-birth certificate, but it is important that we recognize the truth. Let us seek to make certain God truly is OUR FATHER.

Have a great day MAKING CERTAIN OF THIS HEAVENLY RELATIONSHIP!
Carl

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