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Romans 8:16 Cross-References
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“The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:”
Romans 8:16 (KJV)
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The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God (auto to pneuma summarturei tō pneumati hēmōn hoti esmen tekna theou)—Summarturei means "testifies together with," indicating two witnesses: God's Spirit and our regenerated human spirit. This isn't the Spirit whispering audibly but the internal conviction produced by the Spirit's work—love for God (1 John 4:19), hatred of sin (Psalm 97:10), delight in Scripture (Psalm 119:97), and the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23).Tekna theou ("children of God") emphasizes relationship, not just legal status (huioi in...
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Cross-References for Romans 8:16
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“because he has given us of his Spirit.”
“and gave us the down payment of the Spirit in our hearts.”
“who also gave to us the down payment of the Spirit.”
“having heard the word of the truth”
“the Spirit also helps our weaknesses”
“and persuade our hearts before him”
“in whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.”
“that in holiness and sincerity of God”
“but ourselves also”
“because he has not believed in the testimony that God has given concerning his Son.”