Romans 8:15
Romans · New Testament · Chapter 8
“For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.”Romans 8:15
What Does Romans 8:15 Mean?
Romans 8:15 is found in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 15 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Adoption, Identity, Holy Spirit, and Freedom.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to Romans 8:15 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
2 Timothy 1:7“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”1 John 4:18“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.”Galatians 4:5“To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons.”2 Corinthians 3:17“Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.”Matthew 6:9“After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.”1 Corinthians 2:12“Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God.”Romans 8:26“Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.”Romans 8:16“The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:”Galatians 4:6“And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.”Hebrews 4:16“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”Ephesians 1:5“Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will,”John 8:32“And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”Hebrews 2:15“And deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage.”Jude 1:20“But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,”Ephesians 1:14“Which is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory.”Mark 14:36“And he said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt.”John 14:16“And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;”Revelation 21:7“He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.”Isaiah 56:5“Even unto them will I give in mine house and within my walls a place and a name better than of sons and of daughters: I will give them an everlasting name, that shall not be cut off.”Jeremiah 3:19“But I said, How shall I put thee among the children, and give thee a pleasant land, a goodly heritage of the hosts of nations? and I said, Thou shalt call me, My father; and shalt not turn away from me.”
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