Romans: The Mystery of Israel’s Salvation
Sometimes, we as Christians get comfortable in our faith. This happens especially when life is good and everything appears in order. So, we start to believe that our salvation is safe - that we can let down our guard and enjoy life. And of course, it helps when you compare yourself to people in the world or even other Christians and end up concluding that you or your church is so much more Godly.
That’s what the Gentiles were doing: they looked at the Jews who were rejecting Christ and thought they were so much better off. But Paul writes to the Gentiles that they should not become wise in their own sight because the Jews have just as much of a chance and access to mercy as the Gentiles. So, let’s study that. Read Romans 11:25-36 and journal through the following questions this week:
What is the mystery Paul is writing about here? (v. 25-26)
How does this mystery help / benefit Gentiles?
How does this mystery help / benefit Jews?
What does Paul mean by saying “all Israel will be saved”? (v. 26) Note, reading some commentaries on this is helpful! Also, read Psalm 14:7, Zechariah 12:10 and Jeremiah 3:18
Read Isaiah 59:20-21, Ezekiel 18:30-31, Acts 2:38 and Jeremiah 31:31-34. What is the promise God made to Israel? How was the promise ultimately fulfilled?
Paul quotes Isaiah 40:13 and Job 41:11 in verses 34 and 35. What do these passages tell you about the character of God?
Read Isaiah 60. What does this passage illustrate in context of this week’s reading?
Do you know any Jews you could share the gospel with?
Reflect & Respond
What does this passage teach me about God?
How does this change the way I live?
Scripture to Memorize
“For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be glory forever. Amen.” -Romans 11:36
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yelena is the founder and editor in chief Tirzah. Yelena works as an attorney in tax and in her spare time, she is working on her first book for unmarried twenty-something women in extended waiting seasons and running Tirzah. She has a passion for pointing young women to Christ, and enjoys reading, writing, traveling, and spending time with her family. Yelena lives in Indiana with her husband, Daniel.