World English Bible

Romans 8:16

“The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God;”

Verse in context — Romans 8

For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are children of God.

For you didn't receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "Abba! Father!

The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God;

and if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint heirs with Christ; if indeed we suffer with him, that we may also be glorified with him.

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which will be revealed toward us.

A deep explanation of salvation by grace through faith in Christ.