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James 1:18
He chose to give us birth through the word of truth,
that we might be a kind of firstfruits of all he created.
[This verse comes from the New International Version]
This verse reveals God’s intentional choice to bring believers into spiritual life through the “word of truth.”
Birth represents a transformation, where God imparts new life to individuals who accept His truth. The verse also describes believers as “firstfruits,” a term from agricultural practices indicating the best portion of a harvest.
Christians are recipients of God’s grace and a special part of His creation. This verse emphasizes God’s active role in initiating spiritual renewal and believers’ unique place in His creation.
