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NASB | Titus 3:5 He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Titus 3:5 He saved us, not because of any works of righteousness that we have done, but because of His own compassion and mercy, by the cleansing of the new birth (spiritual transformation, regeneration) and renewing by the Holy Spirit, |
Subject: baptism regenerate? |
Bible Note: Hello Country Girl, I also think the Bible is its own best commentary. However, I start at the immediate context of the verses in question. Matt 19:28-30 is speaking of the future kingdom of God on earth. There will be a regeneration of the world at that time. This hasn't been realized yet. Titus 3:4-7 speaks of our personal salvation as it has already occurred. So, although the same word is used in both, the thing being regenerated and the time of regeneration are both different. It's not a direct comparison. I agree with the balance of your post concerning growth to maturity in Christ. Steve |