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Romans 8:14

Romans 8:14
For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

For as many as are led by the Spirit of God,.... Not by the spirit of the world, or of the devil, or by their own spirits: the act of leading ascribed to the Spirit is either in allusion to the…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

For as many - Whosoever; all who are thus led. This introduces a new topic, illustrating the benefits of the gospel, to wit, that it produces a spirit of adoption, Rom 8:14-17. As are led - As submit…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

For as many as are led by the Spirit, etc. - No man who has not Divine assistance can either find the way to heaven, or walk in it when found. As Christ, by his sacrificial offering, has opened the…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Romans 8:10-16

In these verses the apostle represents two more excellent benefits, which belong to true believers.

I. Life. The happiness is not barely a negative happiness, not to be condemned; but it is positive,…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Romans 8:14-39

Security of the Justified: the Holy Spirit's aid given to them: Eternal Glory prepared for them: the Divine purpose leads them thither