Galatians 4:26 But Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all. The Church is said to be above — I. In respect of her BEGINNING, which is from the grace of God. II. Because she DWELLS by faith in heaven with Christ. Wherefore we are admonished — 1. To live in this world as pilgrims and strangers (1 Peter 2:21). 2. To carry ourselves as burgesses of heaven (Philippians 3:20). (1) By seeking heavenly things; (2) by leading a heavenly life. (W. Perkins.) Parallel Verses KJV: But Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all.WEB: But the Jerusalem that is above is free, which is the mother of us all. |
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