What makes the children of God distinct from others?
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The children of God are distinct because they are born not of flesh but of promise, signifying their spiritual regeneration.
The distinction of the children of God lies in their spiritual rebirth through God's promise rather than mere physical lineage. Romans 9 emphasizes that being a child of Abraham does not guarantee being a child of God; only those born of promise—like Isaac, who represents the children of the covenant—are truly His. The Spirit of God is the agent of regeneration, granting faith to believe in Christ and thus making one a member of spiritual Israel. This reality provides assurance and hope, as the true children of God are secured by God's eternal covenant and marked by their faith and worship in spirit.
Scripture References:
Romans 9:7-8, Galatians 4:28, John 1:12-13
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