Son

primarily signifies the relation of offspring to parent (see John 9:18-20; Galatians 4:30 . It is often used metaphorically of prominent moral characteristics (see below). "It is used in the NT of (a) male offspring, Galatians 4:30; (b) legitimate, as opposed to illegitimate offspring, Hebrews 12:8; (c) descendants, without reference to sex, Romans 9:27; (d) friends attending a wedding, Matthew 9:15; (e) those who enjoy certain privileges, Acts 3:25; (f) those who act in a certain way, whether evil, Matthew 23:31 , or good, Galatians 3:7; (g) those who manifest a certain character, whether evil, Acts 13:10; Ephesians 2:2 , or good, Luke 6:35; Acts 4:36; Romans 8:14; (h) the destiny that corresponds with the character, whether evil, Matthew 23:15; John 17:12; 2—Thessalonians 2:3 , or good, Luke 20:36; (i) the dignity of the relationship with God whereinto men are brought by the Holy Spirit when they believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, Romans 8:19; Galatians 3:26 . ...