“We have enough in us to move God to correct us, but nothing to move him to adopt us, therefore exalt free grace, begin the work of angels here; bless him with your praises who hath blessed you in making you his sons and daughters” (Thomas Watson, A Body of Divinity, London: A. Fullarton, 1845).

(Quotation taken from Dr. Joel Beeke’s new book Heirs with Christ: The Puritans on Adoption. You can learn more about Heirs with Christ here and pre-order a copy here.)