Romans 11

A Remnant of Israel

1 I say then, Hath 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. cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, of the tribe of Benjamin. References God: Romans 3:4, Hosea 9:17, Acts 22:3. References Abraham: 2 Corinthians 11:22. References Israel: 2 Kings 23:27, Philippians 3:5. Parallel theme: Romans 9:3, 1 Samuel 12:22, Psalms 94:14, Acts 26:4 +5

2 God hath not cast away his people which he foreknew. Wot ye not what the scripture saith of Elias? how he maketh intercession to God against Israel, saying, References God: 1 Peter 1:2. Parallel theme: Romans 9:23, Genesis 44:15, Psalms 94:14, Acts 3:17

3 Lord, they have killed thy prophets, and digged down thine altars; and I am left alone, and they seek my life. Prophecy: 1 Kings 18:4

4 But what saith the answer of God unto him? I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal. Parallel theme: Numbers 25:3, 1 Kings 19:18

5 Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of graceGrace: χάρις (Charis). The Greek charis (χάρις) denotes unmerited divine favor—God's kindness toward the undeserving. Salvation is 'by grace through faith' (Ephesians 2:8), not human merit.. Parallel theme: Romans 9:11, 9:27, 11:28

6 And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work. Grace: 1 Corinthians 15:10, Galatians 2:21, 5:4, 2 Timothy 1:9, Titus 3:5

7 What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeketh for; but the election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded References Israel: Romans 11:25. Parallel theme: Romans 9:18, 11:5, 2 Corinthians 3:14, 4:4

8 (According as it is written, 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. hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear;) unto this day. References God: Luke 8:10. Spirit: Isaiah 29:10. Parallel theme: Deuteronomy 29:4, 2 Kings 17:34, 17:41, Isaiah 6:9, Jeremiah 5:21, Ezekiel 12:2, Acts 28:26 +4

9 And David saith, Let their table be made a snare, and a trap, and a stumblingblock, and a recompence unto them: Parallel theme: Psalms 28:4

10 Let their eyes be darkened, that they may not see, and bow down their back alway. Darkness: Romans 1:21, Psalms 69:23, 2 Peter 2:4. Parallel theme: Romans 11:8

Gentiles Grafted In

11 I say then, Have they stumbled that they should fall? God forbid: but rather through their fall salvationSalvation: σωτηρία (Soteria). The Greek soteria (σωτηρία) denotes salvation, deliverance, or preservation—rescue from sin's penalty and power. It encompasses justification, sanctification, and glorification. is come unto the Gentiles, for to provoke them to jealousy. Salvation: Romans 11:14. References God: Romans 11:1. Parallel theme: Romans 10:19, 11:12, 11:31, Acts 18:6

12 Now if the fall of them be the riches of the world, and the diminishing of them the riches of the Gentiles; how much more their fulness? Parallel theme: Romans 9:23, 11:15, 11:25, Micah 5:7, Zechariah 2:11, Ephesians 3:8, Colossians 1:27 +2

13 For I speak to you Gentiles, inasmuch as I am the apostleApostle: ἀπόστολος (Apostolos). The Greek apostolos (ἀπόστολος) means apostle or sent one—an authorized messenger. The twelve apostles were chosen by Christ and empowered as His witnesses, laying the foundation of the church (Ephesians 2:20). of the Gentiles, I magnify mine office: Parallel theme: Acts 9:15, 13:2, 22:21, Galatians 1:16, Ephesians 3:8, 1 Timothy 2:7

14 If by any means I may provoke to emulation them which are my flesh, and might saveSave: σῴζω (Sozo). The Greek sozo (σῴζω) means to save—deliverance from sin, death, and judgment. 'Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved' (Acts 16:31). The word also encompasses physical healing and spiritual wholeness. some of them. Salvation: Romans 11:11, 1 Corinthians 1:21, 7:16, 1 Timothy 2:4, 4:16, 2 Timothy 2:10, Titus 3:5, James 5:20. Parallel theme: Romans 9:3 +4

15 For if the casting away of them be the reconciling of the world, what shall the receiving of them be, but life from the dead? Parallel theme: Luke 15:24, 15:32, Ephesians 1:10, Revelation 11:11

16 For if the firstfruit be holyHoly: ἅγιος (Hagios). The Greek hagios (ἅγιος) denotes holiness—moral purity and separation unto God. Believers are called 'saints' (hagioi), those set apart for God through Christ's sanctifying work., the lump is also holy: and if the root be holy, so are the branches. Parallel theme: Leviticus 23:10, Proverbs 3:9, Jeremiah 2:21, Ezekiel 44:30, James 1:18

17 And if some of the branches be broken off, and thou, being a wild olive tree, wert graffed in among them, and with them partakest of the root and fatness of the olive tree; Parallel theme: Psalms 52:8, Isaiah 27:11, Jeremiah 11:16, Matthew 21:43, John 15:2, Acts 2:39, Ephesians 3:6, Colossians 2:13 +3

18 Boast not against the branches. But if thou boast, thou bearest not the root, but the root thee. Parallel theme: Romans 3:27, 11:20, John 10:16, 1 Corinthians 10:12

19 Thou wilt say then, The branches were broken off, that I might be graffed in. Parallel theme: Romans 11:17

20 Well; because of unbelief they were broken off, and thou standest by 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).. Be not highminded, but fear: Faith: 2 Corinthians 1:24, 1 Timothy 6:17. Parallel theme: Romans 12:16, Proverbs 28:14, Isaiah 66:2, 1 Corinthians 10:12, Philippians 2:12, Hebrews 3:12, 1 Peter 1:17 +4

21 For if 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. spared not the natural branches, take heed lest he also spare not thee. Parallel theme: Romans 8:32, Jude 1:5

22 Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity; but toward thee, goodness, if thou continue in his goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off. References God: Acts 14:22. Parallel theme: Romans 2:7, John 8:31, 15:2, 1 Corinthians 15:2, Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 3:6, 3:14, 10:23, Revelation 2:5 +5

23 And they also, if they abide not still in unbelief, shall be graffed in: for God is able to graff them in again. Parallel theme: Zechariah 12:10, 2 Corinthians 3:16

24 For if thou wert cut out of the olive tree which is wild by nature, and wert graffed contrary to nature into a good olive tree: how much more shall these, which be the natural branches, be graffed into their own olive tree?

The Mystery of Israel's Salvation

25 For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; that blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in. Parallel theme: Romans 12:16, 16:25, Psalms 22:27, Luke 21:24, Revelation 7:9, 10:7

26 And so all Israel shall be saved: as it is written, There shall come out of Sion the Deliverer, and shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob: Salvation: Psalms 14:7, Isaiah 45:17. References God: Hosea 3:5, Acts 3:26. Parallel theme: Isaiah 59:20, Titus 2:14

27 For this is my covenant unto them, when I shall take away their sins. Covenant: Isaiah 59:21, Hebrews 10:16. Sin: Isaiah 27:9, 43:25, Jeremiah 50:20, John 1:29

28 As concerning 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)., they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers' sakes. Love: Deuteronomy 10:15. Parallel theme: Romans 9:5, Matthew 21:43

29 For the gifts and calling 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. are without repentance. References God: Romans 8:28. Repentance: Numbers 23:19, Hosea 13:14, Hebrews 7:21. Parallel theme: Malachi 3:6

30 For as ye in times past have not believed God, yet have now obtained mercy through their unbelief: Faith: Romans 11:31, 1 Corinthians 7:25. Grace: 2 Corinthians 4:1. Parallel theme: Colossians 3:7

31 Even so have these also now not believed, that through your mercyMercy: ἔλεος (Eleos). The Greek eleos (ἔλεος) denotes compassionate mercy—pity for those in distress. God is 'rich in mercy' (Ephesians 2:4), withholding deserved punishment and granting undeserved kindness. they also may obtain mercy.

32 For God hath concluded them all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all. References God: Romans 3:22. Parallel theme: Romans 3:9, John 1:7, 12:32, Galatians 3:22

A Hymn to God's Wisdom

33 O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out! References God: Romans 2:4, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Ephesians 3:10, Colossians 1:27. Judgment: Job 37:23, Psalms 36:6, 97:2. Parallel theme: Job 5:9, Psalms 92:5, Ephesians 1:7 +5

34 For who hath known the mind of the 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.? or who hath been his counsellor? References Lord: Isaiah 40:13, Jeremiah 23:18, 1 Corinthians 2:16. Parallel theme: Job 15:8, 36:22

35 Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again? Parallel theme: Job 35:7, 41:11

36 For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be gloryGlory: δόξα (Doxa). The Greek doxa (δόξα) means glory, splendor, or magnificence—the radiant manifestation of God's perfection. Christ revealed the Father's glory: 'we beheld his glory' (John 1:14). for ever. Amen. Glory: Romans 16:27, Psalms 115:1, 1 Timothy 1:17, Hebrews 2:10, 2 Peter 3:18, Jude 1:25. Parallel theme: Proverbs 16:4, Acts 17:28, 1 Corinthians 8:6, Revelation 21:6 +5