Romans 8:15 web — For you didn't receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "A…

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"For you didn't receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "Abba! Father!""

— Romans 8:15, World English Bible

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Romans 8 — Context

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So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh.

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For if you live after the flesh, you must die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live.

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For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are children of God.

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For you didn't receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "Abba! Father!"

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The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God;

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and if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint heirs with Christ; if indeed we suffer with him, that we may also be glorified with him.

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For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which will be revealed toward us.

Romans 8:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 8:15 say?
Romans 8:15 in the World English Bible reads: “For you didn't receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "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 (WEB): “For you didn't receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "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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