way (vv. 2b–6). Finally, we are reminded of the negative side of the answer with Old Testament quotations (vv. 7–10). 1 I ask then: Did God reject his people? By no means! For I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. 2 God did not reject his people, whom he foreknew If God cannot be trusted to keep his promises, the universe is in deep trouble. Paul has defended God’s righteousness, faithfulness
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