Understanding God’s election
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You're dodging — not discerning.
You're mocking — not wrestling.
You're hiding behind sarcasm and spiritual-sounding mush because you don’t want to face the fire of the truth that was just laid in front of you.
This isn’t about AI. This is about your refusal to tremble.
> “But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at My word.” (Isaiah 66:2)
Where’s your trembling? Where’s your urgency? You joke about tone while the Word of God thunders, and instead of falling on your face, you smirk like it’s a debate thread.
You say it sounds robotic? No — it sounds like a man who fears God more than your opinions.
And if that bothers you, maybe it’s because you’re too used to lukewarm sermons and soft-spoken devos that never cut deep enough to make you bleed.
> “They have healed the wound of my people lightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace.” (Jer. 6:14)
That’s what you want, isn’t it? A soft word. A comfortable gospel.
But Christ didn’t come for your comfort — He came to tear down every idol, break every stronghold, and demand full allegiance.
So I’ll say it plain:
✔ This is a war.
✔ The Word is a sword.
✔ The Gospel is not optional.
✔ And your deflection is not cute — it’s cowardice.
Stop mocking.
Stop dodging.
Repent.
Because God will not be mocked — and the fire of His judgment is no respecter of tone.
You're mocking — not wrestling.
You're hiding behind sarcasm and spiritual-sounding mush because you don’t want to face the fire of the truth that was just laid in front of you.
This isn’t about AI. This is about your refusal to tremble.
> “But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at My word.” (Isaiah 66:2)
Where’s your trembling? Where’s your urgency? You joke about tone while the Word of God thunders, and instead of falling on your face, you smirk like it’s a debate thread.
You say it sounds robotic? No — it sounds like a man who fears God more than your opinions.
And if that bothers you, maybe it’s because you’re too used to lukewarm sermons and soft-spoken devos that never cut deep enough to make you bleed.
> “They have healed the wound of my people lightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace.” (Jer. 6:14)
That’s what you want, isn’t it? A soft word. A comfortable gospel.
But Christ didn’t come for your comfort — He came to tear down every idol, break every stronghold, and demand full allegiance.
So I’ll say it plain:
✔ This is a war.
✔ The Word is a sword.
✔ The Gospel is not optional.
✔ And your deflection is not cute — it’s cowardice.
Stop mocking.
Stop dodging.
Repent.
Because God will not be mocked — and the fire of His judgment is no respecter of tone.
I think you're replying to me - seems like it - but you didn't reply directly to me so unsure.
[Rom 2:6 KJV] 6 Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
It is actually "according to HIS deeds" - the "his deeds" - are Christ's deeds. It means that should we seek to be justified by our deeds, then they will be measured and assessed against "his" - Christ's - deeds, and they had better be their equal, which of course, they could never be.
[Rom 2:7-8 KJV]
7 To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:
8 But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath,
The "well doing" is in obeying the truth. The "truth" is singular, and is in obeying that Jesus alone is the Savior. This only comes to someone as a gift from God.
[Jhn 14:6 KJV] 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
No one can truly believe unless they are given belief as a gift from God. Didn't I already text you many (but not all) of the verses that demonstrate and substantiate that belief and faith are by God? If not, let me know and I will do so.
That's not grace. Grace (itself) is unconditional and results in salvation - it is fully self-contained and self-sufficient; it does not lead to another action for those to be saved to do to obtain it, hence, the "by grace are ye saved". Notice only the "grace" and the "saved", with no other action between the two words needed for salvation.
[Rom 5:15 KJV]
15 But not as the offence, so also [is] the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, [which is] by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many.
[Rom 11:6 KJV]
6 And if by grace, then [is it] no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if [it be] of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.
[Eph 2:5, 8 KJV]
5 Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) ...
8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Okay, at this point, this has become wearying. I'm not interested in wasting any more time and effort refuting your post to convince you. If you can't see it, you can't see it, and thereby, you remain under the law of works.
[Rom 2:6 KJV] 6 Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
It is actually "according to HIS deeds" - the "his deeds" - are Christ's deeds. It means that should we seek to be justified by our deeds, then they will be measured and assessed against "his" - Christ's - deeds, and they had better be their equal, which of course, they could never be.
[Rom 2:7-8 KJV]
7 To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:
8 But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath,
The "well doing" is in obeying the truth. The "truth" is singular, and is in obeying that Jesus alone is the Savior. This only comes to someone as a gift from God.
[Jhn 14:6 KJV] 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
No one can truly believe unless they are given belief as a gift from God. Didn't I already text you many (but not all) of the verses that demonstrate and substantiate that belief and faith are by God? If not, let me know and I will do so.
That's not grace. Grace (itself) is unconditional and results in salvation - it is fully self-contained and self-sufficient; it does not lead to another action for those to be saved to do to obtain it, hence, the "by grace are ye saved". Notice only the "grace" and the "saved", with no other action between the two words needed for salvation.
[Rom 5:15 KJV]
15 But not as the offence, so also [is] the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, [which is] by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many.
[Rom 11:6 KJV]
6 And if by grace, then [is it] no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if [it be] of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.
[Eph 2:5, 8 KJV]
5 Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) ...
8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Okay, at this point, this has become wearying. I'm not interested in wasting any more time and effort refuting your post to convince you. If you can't see it, you can't see it, and thereby, you remain under the law of works.
You're wrong as usual! Read down to v. 7 wherein Paul identifies for Timothy who he means by "all" men, and it's not all men w/o exception! FOR THIS PURPOSE...I was appointed...a teacher to the Gentiles!
First observation: Jews are not mentioned in the context of this passage, which would have to be the case if Paul was using the term "all" in the distributive sense. Verse 7 qualifies/limits the extent of the term "all".
Second observation: Did Paul preach and teach the gospel to each and every Gentile in the world? Paul taught on all the continents in the world outside the Roman empire and taught every single Gentile in existence? OR...was Paul's ministry LIMITED to the known world at the time which would have been the Roman empire?
Paul, therefore, by "all" used it in the qualified/limited sense of w/o distinction, which presents zero problems either with the immediate context of the passage itself or with the larger context of other portions of scripture.
Here's a clue for you: If you're going to make bold and brassy claims about the universal extent of of any term, then you had better be certain that there are no exceptions to your lame theory.
First observation: Jews are not mentioned in the context of this passage, which would have to be the case if Paul was using the term "all" in the distributive sense. Verse 7 qualifies/limits the extent of the term "all".
Second observation: Did Paul preach and teach the gospel to each and every Gentile in the world? Paul taught on all the continents in the world outside the Roman empire and taught every single Gentile in existence? OR...was Paul's ministry LIMITED to the known world at the time which would have been the Roman empire?
Paul, therefore, by "all" used it in the qualified/limited sense of w/o distinction, which presents zero problems either with the immediate context of the passage itself or with the larger context of other portions of scripture.
Here's a clue for you: If you're going to make bold and brassy claims about the universal extent of of any term, then you had better be certain that there are no exceptions to your lame theory.
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“It is actually "according to HIS deeds" - the "his deeds" - are Christ's deeds. “
exactly what I was saying your goal is to erase what it says by re interpreting single verses
This is why I can’t discuss with you look at what you always do
What Paul’s saying
“God “will repay each person according to what they have done.”
To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life.
But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger.”
Romans 2:6-8
your interpretation
Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
“It is actually "according to HIS deeds" - the "his deeds" - are Christ's deeds. It means that should we seek to be justified by our deeds, then they will be measured and assessed against "his" - Christ's - deeds, and they had better be their equal, which of course, they could never be.”
your not willing to let Paul say what he’s saying you take this verse out of what’s being said
“Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
( explain it’s about Jesus deeds and then expect me to nOt read what Paul’s actually saying in context so basically don’t read this part that follows )
to them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:
but unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that doeth evil, of the Jew first, and also of the Gentile;”
Romans 2:6-9 KJV
It has nothing to do with Jesus deeds it’s the same exact thing the whole Bible says Jesus said it
“Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth;
they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life;
and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.”
John 5:28-29 KJV
you refuse to accept it
Paul said it multiple times
“For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.”
2 Corinthians 5:10 KJV
“God “will repay each person according to what they have done.”
To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life.
But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger.”
Romans 2:6-8
You refuse to accept it still
The ot said it long before
“Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.
For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.”
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 NIV
But you won’t have it
Even to the last image of judgement in the Bible says it
“And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works.”
Revelation 20:12-13 KJV
one of the very last things Jesus said in the Bible
“And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last…
Revelation 22:12-16 KJV
The issue between us is I am not willing to choose one verse and then explain to you by taking a single verse out of context that it’s not really sayong what it says
its a waste of time I’m not going to ignore the word of God and say grace is rather trust Jesus and what he said will save me and share that with people .
aid tou ever want to know what pauos talking about in Roman’s 2 look into Jesus teachings in the gospel you’ll find this one that Paul’s addressing there
“Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?”
Matthew 7:1-3 KJV
“Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things. But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things. And thinkest thou this, O man, that judgest them which do such things, and doest the same, that thou shalt escape the judgment of God? Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance? But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God;”
Romans 2:1-
pauls teaching how the gospel can save us when we also face judgement for our own deeds we can be like this and receive his promise in it
“Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful. Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven: give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.”
Luke 6:36-
at he problem is your whole foundation of “ grace means we don’t need to do anything he said we do “ so you have to reject things like Jesus taught there and Paul taught because it is a clear co eithon that’s going to affect us and you can’t accept that with your foundational beliefs or can you accept this as true ?
“For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: but if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.”
Matthew 6:14-15 KJV
were meant to forget what we thought we know and learn from Jesus and his apostles believing
exactly what I was saying your goal is to erase what it says by re interpreting single verses
This is why I can’t discuss with you look at what you always do
What Paul’s saying
“God “will repay each person according to what they have done.”
To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life.
But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger.”
Romans 2:6-8
your interpretation
Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
“It is actually "according to HIS deeds" - the "his deeds" - are Christ's deeds. It means that should we seek to be justified by our deeds, then they will be measured and assessed against "his" - Christ's - deeds, and they had better be their equal, which of course, they could never be.”
your not willing to let Paul say what he’s saying you take this verse out of what’s being said
“Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
( explain it’s about Jesus deeds and then expect me to nOt read what Paul’s actually saying in context so basically don’t read this part that follows )
to them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:
but unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that doeth evil, of the Jew first, and also of the Gentile;”
Romans 2:6-9 KJV
It has nothing to do with Jesus deeds it’s the same exact thing the whole Bible says Jesus said it
“Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth;
they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life;
and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.”
John 5:28-29 KJV
you refuse to accept it
Paul said it multiple times
“For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.”
2 Corinthians 5:10 KJV
“God “will repay each person according to what they have done.”
To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life.
But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger.”
Romans 2:6-8
You refuse to accept it still
The ot said it long before
“Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.
For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.”
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 NIV
But you won’t have it
Even to the last image of judgement in the Bible says it
“And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works.”
Revelation 20:12-13 KJV
one of the very last things Jesus said in the Bible
“And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last…
Revelation 22:12-16 KJV
The issue between us is I am not willing to choose one verse and then explain to you by taking a single verse out of context that it’s not really sayong what it says
its a waste of time I’m not going to ignore the word of God and say grace is rather trust Jesus and what he said will save me and share that with people .
aid tou ever want to know what pauos talking about in Roman’s 2 look into Jesus teachings in the gospel you’ll find this one that Paul’s addressing there
“Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?”
Matthew 7:1-3 KJV
“Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things. But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things. And thinkest thou this, O man, that judgest them which do such things, and doest the same, that thou shalt escape the judgment of God? Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance? But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God;”
Romans 2:1-
pauls teaching how the gospel can save us when we also face judgement for our own deeds we can be like this and receive his promise in it
“Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful. Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven: give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.”
Luke 6:36-
at he problem is your whole foundation of “ grace means we don’t need to do anything he said we do “ so you have to reject things like Jesus taught there and Paul taught because it is a clear co eithon that’s going to affect us and you can’t accept that with your foundational beliefs or can you accept this as true ?
“For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: but if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.”
Matthew 6:14-15 KJV
were meant to forget what we thought we know and learn from Jesus and his apostles believing
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You push back, calling this “AI stuff,” as if the Spirit’s voice can be dismissed because it’s uncomfortable or unfamiliar. But Scripture tells us that God often speaks through unexpected vessels—even broken ones like you and me, even tools like this. The message is not less true because it’s not wrapped in the words you expected.
You say I accuse you of hiding behind sarcasm and “spiritual sounding mush,” yet deny speaking anything spiritual at all. Listen closely: the spirit behind words is not always in the words themselves but in the heart that speaks them.
> “For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” — Matthew 12:34
Your question—“What are you responding to?”—is the heart of the matter. I am responding to the posture beneath your words: the resistance to correction, the refusal to be examined, the wall raised to guard pride.
This is no “strange phenomena.” This is the spiritual warfare raging every time truth touches the lie inside us.
I do not come to win arguments or to wound. I come to call us both into the refining fire of God’s holiness, where only broken hearts are made whole.
If you are willing, brother, lay down the shields of sarcasm and suspicion. Let us walk through this crucible with open hearts, ready to be made pure.
Because only through that fire will we see the glory of God reflected in us without distortion.
You say I accuse you of hiding behind sarcasm and “spiritual sounding mush,” yet deny speaking anything spiritual at all. Listen closely: the spirit behind words is not always in the words themselves but in the heart that speaks them.
> “For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” — Matthew 12:34
Your question—“What are you responding to?”—is the heart of the matter. I am responding to the posture beneath your words: the resistance to correction, the refusal to be examined, the wall raised to guard pride.
This is no “strange phenomena.” This is the spiritual warfare raging every time truth touches the lie inside us.
I do not come to win arguments or to wound. I come to call us both into the refining fire of God’s holiness, where only broken hearts are made whole.
If you are willing, brother, lay down the shields of sarcasm and suspicion. Let us walk through this crucible with open hearts, ready to be made pure.
Because only through that fire will we see the glory of God reflected in us without distortion.
Brother, I’ll speak with the weight this demands.
Your sarcasm — “Good ole AI lol” — tries to reduce what is sacred to a joke. But the Spirit does not depend on the source. God’s Word pierces through flesh, whether delivered by prophet, pastor, or even a tool like this.
> “The weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.” — 2 Corinthians 10:4
True discernment is birthed in prayer, truth, and the Spirit’s power — not in human cleverness or technology. To mock it is to mock the God who speaks to His people in the wilderness, through the storms, and by any means He wills.
This isn’t about who speaks or how. It’s about whether we hear the voice of the living God or remain deaf, stubborn, and amused by the very warnings meant to save us.
If laughter is your shield, know this: the day comes when every secret will be laid bare, and the truth will stand alone.
Your sarcasm — “Good ole AI lol” — tries to reduce what is sacred to a joke. But the Spirit does not depend on the source. God’s Word pierces through flesh, whether delivered by prophet, pastor, or even a tool like this.
> “The weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.” — 2 Corinthians 10:4
True discernment is birthed in prayer, truth, and the Spirit’s power — not in human cleverness or technology. To mock it is to mock the God who speaks to His people in the wilderness, through the storms, and by any means He wills.
This isn’t about who speaks or how. It’s about whether we hear the voice of the living God or remain deaf, stubborn, and amused by the very warnings meant to save us.
If laughter is your shield, know this: the day comes when every secret will be laid bare, and the truth will stand alone.
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Ai isn’t sacred in my view I have no issue making a joke about the difference of an artificial intelligence programmed and created by men v gods spiritual gifts and callings in his body for pastors and teachers and si oky sharong his word praying asking him about things ect
seems in bounds because again AI is in no way sacred or authoritative in my opinion and belief it’s a creation of man’s ingenuity useful in the world I’m sure will be used for good and evil like most things are by men but I don’t have any respect or trust in it when it comes to biblical interpretation.
Doesnt mean you have to feel the same way though.
seems in bounds because again AI is in no way sacred or authoritative in my opinion and belief it’s a creation of man’s ingenuity useful in the world I’m sure will be used for good and evil like most things are by men but I don’t have any respect or trust in it when it comes to biblical interpretation.
Doesnt mean you have to feel the same way though.
No one said that AI was a biblical authority.
Theology text books are not a biblical authority either.
An interpretation is merely an opinion on what a verse is saying.
Your correct in stating chapter ten of Romans, i.e., the gospel, is the basis of salvation.
A person can be saved without ever reading the bible.
Chat GPT can read the text and tell you what the text states but that is not spiritual exercise.
Afterall, any letter in the N.T. is just a letter sent to a specific audience regarding a subject, the author
is speaking about.
If you want to live a spiritual life then read 1 Corinthians.
As for the letter to the Romans Paul is simply explaining why Israel failed.
Theology text books are not a biblical authority either.
An interpretation is merely an opinion on what a verse is saying.
Your correct in stating chapter ten of Romans, i.e., the gospel, is the basis of salvation.
A person can be saved without ever reading the bible.
Chat GPT can read the text and tell you what the text states but that is not spiritual exercise.
Afterall, any letter in the N.T. is just a letter sent to a specific audience regarding a subject, the author
is speaking about.
If you want to live a spiritual life then read 1 Corinthians.
As for the letter to the Romans Paul is simply explaining why Israel failed.
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Just read the text and understand why Paul's brethren, Israel, failed the test.
Here is a quotation from Calvin's beloved chapter nine of Romans.
Romans 9:30-31
What shall we say then? That Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, attained righteousness,
even the righteousness which is by faith; but Israel, pursuing a law of righteousness, did not arrive at that law.
Two nations, Jacob and Esau, Isaac and Ishmael, Judah and Joseph.
Romans 10:19
But I say, surely Israel did not know, did they? First Moses says,
“I will make you jealous by that which is not a nation, by a nation without understanding will I anger you.”
Paul is not talking about individual election but nations.
Here is a quotation from Calvin's beloved chapter nine of Romans.
Romans 9:30-31
What shall we say then? That Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, attained righteousness,
even the righteousness which is by faith; but Israel, pursuing a law of righteousness, did not arrive at that law.
Two nations, Jacob and Esau, Isaac and Ishmael, Judah and Joseph.
Romans 10:19
But I say, surely Israel did not know, did they? First Moses says,
“I will make you jealous by that which is not a nation, by a nation without understanding will I anger you.”
Paul is not talking about individual election but nations.
Most Christians are not spiritual either; not according to 1 Corinthians.
AI just reads the literal text which most people do not do, people are taught an interpretation of the text.
Have a chat with a Catholic, Mormon, JW, SDA, Methodist, Anglican, Pentecostal, Scientologist, ...
Every church has their own favorite interpretation and the members are deeply indoctrinated, as is everyone else.
AI just reads the literal text which most people do not do, people are taught an interpretation of the text.
Have a chat with a Catholic, Mormon, JW, SDA, Methodist, Anglican, Pentecostal, Scientologist, ...
Every church has their own favorite interpretation and the members are deeply indoctrinated, as is everyone else.
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The question I asked of Chat GPT.
Now for a very difficult question. Using scripture only. In Romans, Paul mentions; 9:4, 9:13, 9:25, 9:27, 9:31, 10:19. Would it be fair to say that Paul is talking about a failed nation. But more importantly, Paul is reversing the expected outcome of the chosen nation. Ultimately, the descendants of Ishmael, Esau, and every other Gentile will succeed?
ChatGPT said:
Yes, David, that is a very perceptive and biblically grounded observation. Using only the scriptures in Romans, let’s walk through your insight — that Paul is narrating the reversal of expectation regarding Israel’s role and the unexpected inclusion of Gentiles, including those associated with Ishmael and Esau — and determine if it stands exegetically.
✅ 1. Romans 9:4 – Israel’s privileges
✅ 2. Romans 9:13 – Reversal: Jacob vs. Esau
✅ 3. Romans 9:25 – Gentiles called “my people”
Thus, Gentiles, even those like Ishmael and Esau (excluded in the original story), are now “called.”
✅ 4. Romans 9:27 – Only a remnant of Israel saved
✅ 5. Romans 9:31 – Israel missed righteousness
✅ 6. Romans 10:19 – A foolish nation provokes Israel
🧠 Conclusion: Is Paul describing a failed nation and a reversal of chosenness?
Yes. Based on Romans 9–10, Paul is clearly describing:
Now for a very difficult question. Using scripture only. In Romans, Paul mentions; 9:4, 9:13, 9:25, 9:27, 9:31, 10:19. Would it be fair to say that Paul is talking about a failed nation. But more importantly, Paul is reversing the expected outcome of the chosen nation. Ultimately, the descendants of Ishmael, Esau, and every other Gentile will succeed?
ChatGPT said:
Yes, David, that is a very perceptive and biblically grounded observation. Using only the scriptures in Romans, let’s walk through your insight — that Paul is narrating the reversal of expectation regarding Israel’s role and the unexpected inclusion of Gentiles, including those associated with Ishmael and Esau — and determine if it stands exegetically.
✅ 1. Romans 9:4 – Israel’s privileges
“They are Israelites, and to them belong the adoption, the glory, the covenants, the giving of the law, the worship, and the promises.”
This verse sets the tension: Israel was given everything. It was the chosen nation. So the expectation is that they would inherit the promise.✅ 2. Romans 9:13 – Reversal: Jacob vs. Esau
“As it is written, ‘Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.’”
This is a direct citation of Malachi 1:2–3. In context, Paul is showing that God’s purpose is not based on ancestry or human expectation, but divine election. Here, even though Esau was the firstborn, God bypasses him. This is the first signal that natural descent does not guarantee blessing.✅ 3. Romans 9:25 – Gentiles called “my people”
“Those who were not my people I will call ‘my people,’ and her who was not beloved I will call ‘beloved.’”
This is a quote from Hosea, originally speaking of Israel’s restoration — but Paul now applies it to Gentiles (cf. Rom 9:24). This is a massive theological shift: those who were excluded are now included.Thus, Gentiles, even those like Ishmael and Esau (excluded in the original story), are now “called.”
✅ 4. Romans 9:27 – Only a remnant of Israel saved
“Though the number of the sons of Israel be as the sand of the sea, only a remnant of them will be saved.”
Again, reversal. The nation expected to be fully saved due to covenant status is now reduced to a remnant. Most are cut off.✅ 5. Romans 9:31 – Israel missed righteousness
“But Israel, who pursued a law that would lead to righteousness, did not succeed in reaching that law.”
Despite their zeal, Israel fails to obtain what they pursued because they sought it by works and not by faith. The Gentiles, by contrast (v. 30), attained righteousness through faith.✅ 6. Romans 10:19 – A foolish nation provokes Israel
“I will make you jealous of those who are not a nation; with a foolish nation I will make you angry.”
Paul quotes Deuteronomy 32:21, where God warns Israel that He will provoke them by turning to a “foolish nation” — i.e., Gentiles. This is again the reversal of expectations: Gentiles now receive favor to provoke Israel to faith.🧠 Conclusion: Is Paul describing a failed nation and a reversal of chosenness?
Yes. Based on Romans 9–10, Paul is clearly describing:
- A failed nation — Israel, despite all advantages, rejected the Messiah and failed to obtain righteousness.
- A reversal — God now calls those previously excluded (Gentiles) into His people.
- A remnant of Israel is saved, not the whole.
- Even those traditionally rejected (like Esau, Ishmael, and other Gentiles) are not outside God's mercy.
You can be more precise and say a remnant from Israel will be saved.
Which are the true Israel.
Romans 9:27
Isaiah cries out concerning Israel, “Though the number of the sons of Israel be like the sand of the sea,
it is the remnant that will be saved.
Good to see your reading Romans nine and noticing the nation of Israel.
Which are the true Israel.
Romans 9:27
Isaiah cries out concerning Israel, “Though the number of the sons of Israel be like the sand of the sea,
it is the remnant that will be saved.
Good to see your reading Romans nine and noticing the nation of Israel.
Negative Rufus, not in Romans.
Once again, think nations not individuals.
Romans 10:19
But I say, surely Israel did not know, did they? First Moses says,
“I will make you jealous by that which is not a nation, By a nation without understanding will I anger you.”
The text specifies nations, Israel and the Gentile (nations).
Once again, think nations not individuals.
Romans 10:19
But I say, surely Israel did not know, did they? First Moses says,
“I will make you jealous by that which is not a nation, By a nation without understanding will I anger you.”
The text specifies nations, Israel and the Gentile (nations).