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How does the apostle Paul use the concept of 'adoption' (υἱοθεσία) in his letters, and what theological implications does this have for understanding the relationship between believers and God?
A
Paul uses 'adoption' primarily as a legal term to emphasize the believer's new status as a servant of God, obligated to obey His commands.
B
Paul uses 'adoption' to highlight the believer's inheritance of material blessings and earthly prosperity as children of God.
C
Paul uses 'adoption' as a metaphor to illustrate the believer's transformed status as a beloved child of God, with all the rights, privileges, and familial intimacy that entails, including access to God as 'Abba, Father'.
D
Paul uses 'adoption' to describe the process by which God chooses certain individuals for salvation, regardless of their faith or actions.
Reference: Romans 8:15-17, Galatians 4:4-7