Clerical World Romans 8:14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. I. THEIR CHARACTER. They are "led by the Spirit of God." This implies — 1. An active and progressive, not a passive and stationary life. 2. Something altogether different from abandonment to natural impulses. 3. A contrast with the leading of the spirit of the world, which conducts so many astray. 4. Guidance by means of the revealed Word of God, yet due to a Divine and supernatural influence. 5. Issues in progress in the way of holiness and obedience which leads to life eternal. II. THEIR PRIVILEGES. They are regarded and treated by God as His sons. This involves — 1. Their regeneration and adoption by Divine grace. 2. Participation in the Divine character and likeness. 3. Favour and fellowship. 4. Heirship. They are joint heirs with Christ, and the time shall come when they shall enter upon a heavenly and immortal inheritance. (Clerical World.) Parallel Verses KJV: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.WEB: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are children of God. |
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