In love 5 he predestined us2 for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, 6 to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the Beloved. (redeeminggod.com)
In love he predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will», But also notice the phrase «in Him» in verse 4, that's right, we were chosen in Him, not chosen to be in him, this is a dramatic difference. (redeeminggod.com)
Related to these are ideas like adoption as sons and daughters of God through the gift of the Son's Spirit, restoration of the lost likeness of God, call and commitment to mission and witness, and equipment for endurance. (religion-online.org)