Romans 9:18
The Scripture
(18) Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Paul explains that God’s election of believers is based on His sovereign will, not on human merit or the law. He contrasts the covenant of grace with the covenant of law and shows that both Jews and Gentiles are included in God’s plan. The passage emphasizes that faith, not works, is the means by which God saves.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Romans 9:15Romans 9:16Romans 5:20Romans 5:21Ephesians 1:6Romans 1:24Romans 1:25Romans 1:26Romans 1:27Romans 1:28Romans 11:7Romans 11:8
Related verses (shared words)
James 2:13Exodus 25:20Exodus 33:19Exodus 37:9Leviticus 16:2Leviticus 16:14