Sonship and the Law of the Double Portion
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I. Introduction
I. Introduction
A. Opening statement: The new creation is part of the church of the firstborn and has access to the double portion inheritance.
B. Scripture reference: Hebrews 12:23 - "To the general assembly and church of the firstborn, which are written in heaven, and to God the Judge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect."
C. Explanation: As believers in Jesus Christ, we have been born again into a new creation and have become part of the church of the firstborn, with Jesus as our head and firstborn from the dead.
II. The Law of the Double Portion
II. The Law of the Double Portion
A. Scripture reference: Deuteronomy 21:17 - "But he shall acknowledge the son of the hated as the firstborn, by giving him a double portion of all that he hath: for he is the beginning of his strength; the right of the firstborn is his."
B. Explanation: In ancient Israel, the firstborn son was entitled to a double portion of the family's inheritance. This law is also applied in a spiritual sense to believers in Jesus Christ as firstborn sons of God, with a right to a double portion inheritance.
C. Key Hebrew word: "bekor" (בכור), translated as "firstborn" in English, means "one who is first in order, rank, or privilege" and emphasizes the idea of priority and preeminence.
III. Sonship and the Double Portion
III. Sonship and the Double Portion
A. Scripture reference: Romans 8:14-17
14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. 15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. 16 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: 17 And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.
B. Explanation: Through faith in Jesus Christ, we have been adopted into God's family and have become His children. As His children, we are entitled to an inheritance in His kingdom, including a double portion inheritance as firstborn sons.
C. Key Greek word: "huiothesia" (υἱοθεσία), translated as "adoption" in English, means "the placing of a son" and implies full legal standing and rights as a son.
Key Bible verses that mention the concept of the double portion inheritance:
Deuteronomy 21:17 - "But he shall acknowledge the son of the hated as the firstborn, by giving him a double portion of all that he hath: for he is the beginning of his strength; the right of the firstborn is his."
2 Kings 2:9-10 - "And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me. And he said, Thou hast asked a hard thing: nevertheless, if thou see me when I am taken from thee, it shall be so unto thee; but if not, it shall not be so."
Isaiah 61:7 - "For your shame ye shall have double; and for confusion they shall rejoice in their portion: therefore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy shall be unto them."
Job 42:10 - "And the Lord turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before."
IV. The Promise of Inheritance
IV. The Promise of Inheritance
A. Scripture reference: Galatians 3:29
29 And if ye be Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.
B. Explanation: As believers in Jesus Christ, we are heirs according to the promise given to Abraham, who was also promised a double portion inheritance for his firstborn son, Isaac.
C. Key Greek word: "klēronomos" (κληρονόμος), translated as "heir" in English, means "one who inherits an estate" and emphasizes the idea of a future inheritance that is received through a legal right or claim.
V. How to Take Full Advantage of the Double Portion Inheritance
V. How to Take Full Advantage of the Double Portion Inheritance
A. Scripture reference: Ephesians 1:3 - "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ."
B. Explanation: We have already been blessed with all spiritual blessings in Christ, including our double portion inheritance. However, we need to take practical steps to access and fully utilize this inheritance in our lives.
C. Practical steps:
C. Practical steps:
Believe and receive the promise of sonship and inheritance through faith in Jesus Christ.
Seek the guidance and leading of the Holy Spirit to understand and access the fullness of our inheritance.
Embrace our identity as firstborn sons of God and live in the fullness of His love and grace.
Walk in obedience to God's Word and follow His will for our lives, knowing that our inheritance is secured in Christ.
Use our inheritance to advance the kingdom of God and bless others, including supporting the work of the church and participating in outreach and evangelism.
Cultivate an attitude of gratitude and thanksgiving for the blessings and privileges we have received as sons of God.
VI. Conclusion
VI. Conclusion
A. Recap: As firstborn sons of God, we have a right to the double portion inheritance, which is our birthright and privilege in Christ.
B. Final thoughts: Let us take full advantage of our inheritance by embracing our identity as sons of God, walking in obedience and faith, and using our blessings to bless others and advance God's kingdom.
C. Closing Scripture: 1 John 3:1 - "Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not."
30 And the first of all the firstfruits of all things, and every oblation of all, of every sort of your oblations, shall be the priest’s: ye shall also give unto the priest the first of your dough, that he may cause the blessing to rest in thine house.