John 8:39 - Easy To Read Version39 The Jews said, “Our father {\cf2\super [138]} is Abraham. {\cf2\super [139]} ” Ver CapítuloMás versionesKing James Version (Oxford) 176939 They answered and said unto him, Abraham is our father. Jesus saith unto them, If ye were Abraham's children, ye would do the works of Abraham. Ver CapítuloAmplified Bible - Classic Edition39 They retorted, Abraham is our father. Jesus said, If you were [truly] Abraham's children, then you would do the works of Abraham [follow his example, do as Abraham did]. Ver CapítuloAmerican Standard Version (1901)39 They answered and said unto him, Our father is Abraham. Jesus saith unto them, If ye were Abraham’s children, ye would do the works of Abraham. Ver CapítuloCommon English Bible39 They replied, “Our father is Abraham.” Jesus responded, “If you were Abraham’s children, you would do Abraham’s works. Ver CapítuloCatholic Public Domain Version39 They responded and said to him, "Abraham is our father." Jesus said to them: "If you are the sons of Abraham, then do the works of Abraham. Ver Capítulo |
So people get God’s promise by having faith. This happens so that the promise can be a free gift. And if the promise is a free gift, then all of Abraham’s {\cf2\super [42]} people can have that promise. The promise is not only for those people that live under the law \{of Moses\}. The promise is for any person that lives with faith like Abraham. Abraham is the father of us all.