Adoption

Shawn McCraney discusses the autonomy of individual choice in matters of sex and marriage, emphasizing that such decisions are personal and between an individual and God, with everyone accountable for their choices without judgment from others. He highlights adoption as a significant and loving biblical concept, exemplified by God’s act of adopting the Children of Israel and extending this love to all believers, reinforcing the importance of caring for the fatherless as an essential expression of pure religion.

According to Shawn's teaching, adoption is commendable and acceptable when driven by selfless love, regardless of the family structure or the individuals involved, highlighting love as the key component in raising children. In this age, believers are encouraged to move beyond traditional biases and embrace diverse expressions of family, understanding that love, encompassing kindness, patience, and selflessness, facilitates a nurturing environment for children to thrive.