Romans 10

Righteousness by Faith

1 Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. Salvation: John 5:34

2 For I bear them record that they have a zeal of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., but not according to knowledge. References God: Romans 10:3, 2 Corinthians 4:4. Parallel theme: Proverbs 19:2, Acts 21:20, Galatians 1:14, Philippians 1:9, 3:6 +2

3 For they being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God. Righteousness: Romans 1:17, 3:22, 5:19, Isaiah 51:8, 56:1, 57:12, 64:6, Luke 16:15, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Philippians 3:9 +5

4 For Christ is the end of the lawLaw: νόμος (Nomos). The Greek nomos (νόμος) denotes law—particularly the Mosaic law. While believers are not under law but under grace (Romans 6:14), Christ fulfilled the law (Matthew 5:17) and wrote it on believers' hearts (Hebrews 8:10). for righteousness to every one that believeth. References Christ: Colossians 2:17. Faith: Romans 3:22, Galatians 3:24. Word: John 1:17. Righteousness: Isaiah 53:11, Matthew 3:15, 1 Corinthians 1:30. Parallel theme: Colossians 2:10, Hebrews 10:14 +4

5 For Moses describeth the righteousness which is of the law, That the man which doeth those things shall live by them. Word: Romans 7:10, Nehemiah 9:29, Galatians 3:12. Parallel theme: Leviticus 18:5, Ezekiel 20:11, 20:13, 20:21 +2

6 But the righteousness which is of faith speaketh on this wise, Say not in thine heart, Who shall ascend into heavenHeaven: οὐρανός (Ouranos). The Greek ouranos (οὐρανός) denotes heaven—God's throne and the believer's eternal home. Jesus taught His disciples to pray 'Our Father which art in heaven' (Matthew 6:9) and promised to prepare a place there (John 14:2).? (that is, to bring Christ down from above:) Faith: Romans 3:22, 3:25, 4:13, Philippians 3:9, Hebrews 11:7. Parallel theme: Proverbs 30:4, John 6:33, 6:38, 6:58, Hebrews 1:3 +5

7 Or, Who shall descend into the deep? (that is, to bring up Christ again from the dead.) Parallel theme: Hebrews 13:20

8 But what saith it? The wordWord: λόγος (Logos). The Greek Logos (Λόγος) means word, reason, or message—the rational principle underlying reality. John identifies Christ as the eternal Logos: 'In the beginning was the Word' (John 1:1). is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; Faith: Romans 10:17, Acts 10:43, 16:31, Galatians 3:2, 3:5, 1 Timothy 4:6. Word: Deuteronomy 30:14, 1 Peter 1:23, 1:25. Parallel theme: Isaiah 57:19 +5

9 That if thou shalt confessConfess: ὁμολογέω (Homologeo). The Greek homologeo (ὁμολογέω) means to say the same thing—agreeing with God about sin or truth. 'If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins' (1 John 1:9). with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. Salvation: Acts 16:31. References Jesus: 1 Corinthians 12:3, Philippians 2:11, 2 John 1:7. Resurrection: Romans 8:34. References God: Romans 14:11, Luke 12:8. Faith: 1 Peter 1:21. Parallel theme: John 9:22, Acts 8:36 +5

10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Salvation: Romans 10:9. Faith: Galatians 2:16, Philippians 3:9, Hebrews 10:22, Revelation 2:13. Parallel theme: Luke 8:15, Hebrews 3:12, 1 John 4:15 +3

11 For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. Faith: Romans 9:33, Isaiah 28:16, Jeremiah 17:7, 1 Peter 2:6. Parallel theme: Isaiah 49:23

12 For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. over all is rich unto all that call upon him. References Lord: Psalms 86:5, 145:18, Philippians 2:11, Revelation 17:14. Parallel theme: Romans 3:22, Galatians 3:28, Ephesians 3:6, Philippians 4:19, Colossians 3:11, 1 Timothy 2:5 +5

13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. Salvation: Acts 2:21. References Lord: Joel 2:32

The Message for All People

14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? Faith: John 20:31, Hebrews 11:6, James 5:15. Parallel theme: Acts 8:31, Ephesians 4:21, 2 Timothy 4:17, Titus 1:3 +2

15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things! Peace: Isaiah 52:7, 57:19, Nahum 1:15, Ephesians 2:17, 6:15. Good: Isaiah 40:9, 61:1. Parallel theme: Jeremiah 23:32, Ephesians 3:8, 1 Peter 1:12 +5

16 But they have not all obeyed the gospelGospel: εὐαγγέλιον (Euangelion). The Greek euangelion (εὐαγγέλιον) means good news or gospel—the message of salvation through Christ's death and resurrection. It's 'the power of God unto salvation' (Romans 1:16).. For Esaias saith, Lord, who hath believed our report? Faith: Romans 3:3, Isaiah 53:1, Hebrews 4:2, 11:8. References Lord: 2 Thessalonians 1:8. Parallel theme: Romans 2:8, 6:17, Galatians 5:7, Hebrews 5:9, 1 Peter 2:8 +5

17 So then faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1). cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Faith: Romans 1:16, 10:14, Galatians 3:2, 3:5, 1 Thessalonians 2:13. Word: Luke 8:11, 8:21, 11:28, Colossians 3:16. Parallel theme: Mark 4:24 +5

18 But I say, Have they not heard? Yes verily, their sound went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world. Word: Psalms 19:4, 1 Thessalonians 1:8. Parallel theme: Romans 1:8, Jeremiah 16:19, Matthew 24:14, 26:13, 28:19, Mark 16:15, Colossians 1:6, 1:23 +5

19 But I say, Did not Israel know? First Moses saith, I will provoke you to jealousy by them that are no people, and by a foolish nation I will anger you. Parallel theme: Romans 11:11, 11:14, Deuteronomy 32:21, 1 Corinthians 1:12, Titus 3:3, 1 Peter 2:10

20 But Esaias is very bold, and saith, I was found of them that sought me not; I was made manifest unto them that asked not after me. Parallel theme: Romans 9:30, Proverbs 28:1, Isaiah 49:6, 52:15, 58:1, Matthew 20:16, Luke 14:23 +2

21 But to Israel he saith, All day long I have stretched forth my hands unto a disobedient and gainsaying people. Parallel theme: Nehemiah 9:26, Proverbs 1:24, Jeremiah 35:15