Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:31-32, NKJV)

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Slaves could not free themselves. The owner of the house is the only person who could free them, or through his son. The Jews were slaves, in bondage to sin and unable to free themselves. Only God could free them through His Son, Jesus Christ. In Him, they will find their true freedom through faith and continual obedience to His teaching.

In the same way, it is not enough that one receives God’s truth – he must retain and walk in it. To be a true follower of Christ one must receive the truth, love it, keep it, and walk in it!

References:

MySword for Android. Riversoft Ministry, 2011-2019.

Olive Tree Bible Software, 1998-2019.

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