John 1:13 (KJV) Salvation is of God

John 1:13 (KJV)
Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.

The Bible insists that the salvation of a soul is completely performed by God:

Not by bloodAt first glance this looks like physical birth but I think it convey much more. The word blood is plural and likely has reference to a number of Jewish traditions:

• The blood of circumcision a cultural distinction 
• The blood a sacrifice a religious ritual
• The blood of Abraham a familial ancestry

None of these actually affect the new birth.

Not by the will of the fleshSalvation is not a choice we make. It does not happen because we decide to follow Jesus.

Not by the will of manNo one can make a man be saved. As much as I might desire salvation for my children, grandchildren or, for that matter, any other person, salvation is not the result of any man’s efforts hard work charisma or position.

Men are born again by the will of God. He planned it. He paid for it. He gave us His Word. He calls men into ministry. He teaches us all to be witnesses. He gave us the Holy Spirit who brings conviction and regeneration.

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John 1:13 (KJV) Salvation is of God

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