For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse. (Romans 1:20)

"Then had the churches rest . . . and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied." (Acts 9:31)

"For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh." (2 Corinthians 10:3)

This verse introduces a famous apologetic charge to the saints. The key to the whole passage is the qualifier "we do not war after the flesh."

"But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you." (Acts 1:8)

"|The| glory of children are their fathers." (Proverbs 17:6)