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Romans 15:9 Cross-References
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“And that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy; as it is written, For this cause I will confess to thee among the Gentiles, and sing unto thy name.”
Romans 15:9 (KJV)
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Commentary on Romans 15:9
And that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy (τὰ δὲ ἔθνη ὑπὲρ ἐλέους δοξάσαι τὸν θεόν, ta de ethnē hyper eleous doxasai ton theon)—Paul contrasts Christ's mission to Jews (v. 8: for God's truth/faithfulness in keeping promises) with his mission to Gentiles (for God's mercy in extending salvation beyond covenant people). Jews received covenant rights; Gentiles received sheer eleos (mercy)—undeserved, unexpected inclusion in Israel's Messiah and Israel's God. Both groups glorify God, but for different reasons: Jews for his faithfulness, Gentiles for his mercy.As it is written, For this ...
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Cross-References for Romans 15:9
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“of Gentiles also”
“they marveled and glorified God”