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Romans 8:15 cpdv — And you have not received, again, a spirit of servitude in fear, but you have received the Spirit of the adoption of so…

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"And you have not received, again, a spirit of servitude in fear, but you have received the Spirit of the adoption of sons, in whom we cry out: “Abba, Father!” "

— Romans 8:15, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Romans 8 — Context

12

Therefore, brothers, we are not debtors to the flesh, so as to live according to the flesh.

13

For if you live according to the flesh, you will die. But if, by the Spirit, you mortify the deeds of the flesh, you shall live.

14

For all those who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God.

15

And you have not received, again, a spirit of servitude in fear, but you have received the Spirit of the adoption of sons, in whom we cry out: “Abba, Father!”

16

For the Spirit himself renders testimony to our spirit that we are the sons of God.

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But if we are sons, then we are also heirs: certainly heirs of God, but also co-heirs with Christ, yet in such a way that, if we suffer with him, we shall also be glorified with him.

18

For I consider that the sufferings of this time are not worthy to be compared with that future glory which shall be revealed in us.

Romans 8:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 8:15 say?
Romans 8:15 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And you have not received, again, a spirit of servitude in fear, but you have received the Spirit of the adoption of sons, in whom we cry out: “Abba, Father!” ”
Where is Romans 8:15 in the Bible?
Romans 8:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 15.
Who wrote Romans?
Romans is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 56–57.
What is the book of Romans about?
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — the universal need for salvation, justification by faith in Christ, the new life of the Spirit, the place of Israel in God's plan, and the practical shape of a transformed community. The most influential letter in church history.
What are the major themes of Romans?
Romans explores themes including Righteousness by Faith, Sin, Grace, Spirit-Filled Life, Israel, Christian Living. These themes shape the meaning and context of Romans 8:15.
What translation should I read Romans 8:15 in?
Romans 8:15 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Romans 8:15?
Romans 8:15 reads (CPDV): “And you have not received, again, a spirit of servitude in fear, but you have received the Spirit of the adoption of sons, in whom we cry out: “Abba, Father!” ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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