Romans 11:18
The Scripture
(18) Boast not against the branches. But if thou boast, thou bearest not the root, but the root thee.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Paul writes to the believers in Jerusalem, reminding them that they are God’s chosen people yet also that God’s mercy extends to the Gentiles. He explains that the election of Israel is not a permanent exclusion but a temporary state that God may change, emphasizing that all are included in Christ. The chapter highlights the tension between divine election and the inclusive nature of salvation.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Romans 11:20Romans 3:27I Kings 20:11Proverbs 16:18Matthew 26:33Luke 18:9Luke 18:10Luke 18:11I Corinthians 10:12Romans 4:16Zechariah 8:20Zechariah 8:21
Related verses (shared words)
Nehemiah 8:15Exodus 25:35Exodus 37:21Exodus 25:32Exodus 37:18Ezekiel 31:7