3 Reasons given to show that God has not cast Israel wholly away (v1-10)
Paul himself is an example of God calling His people
He has preserved a remnant chosen by grace
Some were hardened against Him, but others were elected
The remnant were called by God into the blessedness of knowing and following Him. The others were hardened against Him. God's part is the calling, our part is the obedience to Him.
Paul expresses the goodness of God as a reason for the confidence that Israel's rejection is not final. He expresses that some will return to Him.
Paul warns the Gentiles to not be arrogant, but rather be afraid of the sternness of God. He is not to be messed with. The passage reminds us that God will always call some of His people (the Jews) to Himself.
God's ultimate purpose is the bringing back to Himself of all His people - there is a time when the Jews will return to Him in vast number. God has called His people, both Jew and Gentile to Himself - none will be lost. He has allowed disobedience so that He can ultimately show His mercy.
As a result, our response must be similar to Paul's in the Doxology (v33-36).
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