John 8:31-36

Wherever you go in the Scriptures all things point to the Son of God, Jesus Christ, without Him we are slaves to the base elements of this world. Only in His birth, death on the cross and in His resurrection from the dead is there hope, is there freedom from original sin. Those who believe in Him will not perish but have everlasting life.


A believer who continues to obey the Word is a disciple, a learner. Obedience to the Lord means fellowship with Him, protection from sin, and experiencing His love. Jesus was speaking of spiritual slavery. Such a slave cannot break away from his bondage. He must have someone else set him free.

John 8:31-34

31 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. 32 And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

33 They answered Him, “We are Abraham’s descendants, and have never been in bondage to anyone. How can You say, ‘You will be made free’?”

34 Jesus answered them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits sin is a slave of sin. 35 And a slave does not abide in the house forever, but a son abides forever. 36 Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.