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How do we know that believers are called brethren in Christ?

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Believers are referred to as brethren in Christ because they are united in faith and share the same spiritual father.

The designation of 'brethren' in the New Testament confirms the profound relationship believers have due to their faith in Christ. For example, in Romans 8:29, we learn that God predestined believers to conform to the image of His Son, making Jesus the firstborn among many brethren. This indicates not only a familial connection among believers but also the divine origin of that relationship, as all are children of God through faith. Additionally, in Galatians 4, Paul asserts that believers are sons of the free woman, thus uniting them as one family under God. This strong biblical foundation allows us to confidently affirm that those who believe in Christ are indeed His brethren.
Scripture References: Romans 8:29, Galatians 4:26

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Brethren
Todd Nibert · Mar 1, 2015
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