John 8:31-34

Dispute Over Whose Children Jesus’ Opponents Are

31 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples.
32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
33 They answered him, “We are Abraham’s descendants and have never been slaves of anyone. How can you say that we shall be set free?”
34 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin.

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Cross References 4

  • 1. John 15:7; 2 John 9
  • 2. ver 36; Romans 8:2; 2 Corinthians 3:17; Galatians 5:1,13; James 2:12
  • 3. ver 37,39; Matthew 3:9; S Luke 3:8
  • 4. S Romans 6:16; 2 Peter 2:19
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