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NASB | John 1:13 who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 1:13 who were born, not of blood [natural conception], nor of the will of the flesh [physical impulse], nor of the will of man [that of a natural father], but of God [that is, a divine and supernatural birth--they are born of God--spiritually transformed, renewed, sanctified]. |
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Bible Note: Very good stuff, Nicodemus. I believe you are right in the discussion of the new birth. It is indeed a gift. The verse in question could refer to Christ in that He was not born becasue man willed it to be. Looking close though there is a phrase in John 1:13 that might settle the matter; "Which were born". This phrase being plura would fit best a referance to the believer. I did not notice that before. Thanks for your reply. |