John 8:36

If, then, the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed!

Twentieth Century New Testament

In The King James Version

If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.

In Context

35And a slave does not remain in the home always; but a son remains always.

37I know that you are descendants of Abraham; yet you are seeking to put me to death, because my Message finds no place in your hearts.

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Cross References

Luke 4:18‘The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, For he has consecrated me to bring Good News to the poor, He has sent me to proclaim release to captives and restoration of sight to the blind, To set the oppressed at liberty,

Romans 8:2for through your union with Christ Jesus, the Law of the life-giving Spirit has set you free from the Law of Sin and Death.

Galatians 5:1It is for freedom that Christ set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not again be held under the yoke of slavery.

Matthew Henry on John 8:32-38

Christ's Discourse with the Pharisees. 31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. 33 They answered him, We be Abraham's seed, and were never in bondage to any man: how sayest thou, Ye shall be made free? 34 Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin. 35 And the servant abideth not in the house for ever: but the Son… Read the whole commentary →

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