Paul identifies the blessing promised to the nations with their justification by †faith. To understand Paul’s thinking here, it is necessary to remember that blessing in the Bible never refers merely to good wishes. Rather, God’s blessing always entails his bestowing some real benefit. Consequently, “All the families of the earth will find blessing in you” (Gen 12:3) promises that the Gentiles will participate in some way in Abraham’s privileged relationship with God. To clarify this relationship,