Our journeys are made prosperous or otherwise, according to the will of god. Introduction if romans 8 has the distinction of being the highwater mark of the new testament, chapter 9 has the dubious honor of teaching one of the most emotionally volatile doctrines of all the bible, that of election. It is a wonder of divine power and mercy that there are any saved. I am reminded of the book of job where job begins to challenge the wisdom. Romans 9 is vitally important to the christian, not only in the sense that it. God says specifically that, before he had created either of them, he loved jacob and he hated esau. Romans 9, new king james version nkjv the bible app. My one aim on this leave was to study romans 9 and write a book on it that would settle, in my own mind, the meaning of these verses. Romans 9 11 lord adalbert percival cecil a summary of the epistle to the romans romans 9 11 present testimony.
Paul expresses his great sorrow for the unbelief and obstinacy of the jews, romans 9. Dec 22, 2012 romans 9 is probably the most important chapter in the bible from the perspective of reformation theology, especially the doctrine of predestination. Daily verse and comment, and have biblical truth delivered to your inbox. Romans 9 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is from the most widely read and often quoted preacher in history. The last bit of the letter consists of some shout outs to pauls friends in rome. Within this bible you can access bible commentary, history, helps, sermons, and more. For additional information about parents, children, and what obedience means, see the commentary on eph. Romans 9 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Paul, after strongly declaring his love and esteem for them, sets himself to answer the grand objection of his countrymen. His commentary on romans was first published in 1835.
In light of the cultural context introduction romans 9 is probably the most important chapter in the bible from the perspective of reformation theology, especially the doctrine of predestination. Outside of the united kingdom, the kjv is in the public domain. Formerly published as a fourvolume set by eerdmans, barnhouses classic commentary romans is brought back to life in this handsome twovolume set. Commentary on romans 9 by matthew henry blue letter bible. At this time i will come and sarah shall have a son. Romans 9 kjv i say the truth in christ, i lie not, bible gateway. Our calling and election by god preceded even the slightest fragment of saving knowledge of god and thus our having faith in him. Nay, some think that the expression goes further, and that. Romans 9 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Romans 9 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. The authorized version or king james version kjv, 1611, 1769. Romans 9 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. When paul wrote the book of romans, he had been a christian preacher for some 20 years. Whoever carefully peruses the ninth, tenth, and eleventh chapters, will find that those who have not believed, romans xi.
Whose are the fathers, and of whom as concerning the flesh christ came, 2 who is over all, god blessed for ever. Romans chapter 1 matthew henry complete commentary on. Sproul has called romans 9, the most significant passage in the new testament that concerns double predestination. The sovereignty of god in salvation romans 9 introduction if romans 8 has the distinction of being the highwater mark of the new testament, chapter 9 has the dubious honor of teaching one of the most emotionally volatile doctrines of all the bible, that of election. A brief synopsis the famous bible stories found in the scriptural text of the book of romans contained in this short summary of romans. The holy bible book 01 genesis kjv dramatized audio duration. On his way to jerusalem, he had three months in corinth without any pressing duties. Romans 9 new king james version nkjv israels rejection of christ. A variety of commentators pick the date of writing anywhere from 53 to 58 a. Bible commentary on the book of romans and other bible.
Romans 9 i am speaking the truth in christi am not lying. Witness what he did to and with pharaoh when he redeemed israel from egypt. Dec 18, 2011 the book of romans kjv audio bible full by alexander scourby duration. Romans 9 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. The book of romans niv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 45 duration.
Pauls also hoping that the romans might pray for him so that he doesnt get taken down by the nonbelievers in judea like jesus before him and that he does a good job for all the christians there. In the preceding chapters, he had exhibited that righteousness which god has provided for men, all of whom are entirely divested of any righteousness of their own, none being righteous, no, not one. Study romans 9 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. And therefore stumbled over christ, as foretold by isaiah 32b33 words to ponder harden to make callous, to make strong. Study the bible online using commentary on romans 9 and more. The 20202021 kjv slc deluxe edition includes the large print commentary, reproducible activity pages, and downloadable ecommentary collection. As it turns out, pauls never been to rome, but he wants to go. Michael pearls complete and unabridged book of romans audio series. This chapter is so troublesome to some bible teachers that they would prefer it not to be in scripture. Commentary on the book of romans by matthew henry new. Michael has been studying and teaching the book of romans for over 40 years. Volume 15, 1867 romans 9 11, notes on john nelson darby collected writings of j. Romans 9 new international version niv pauls anguish over israel.
This section is an exposition on the early part of genesis. Romans 9 released from the law 7 or do you not know, brothers 1 for i am speaking to those who know the law that the law is binding on a person only as long as he lives. In his commentary on the passage before us, romans 9. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the. This daily newsletter provides a starting point for personal study, and gives valuable insight into the verses that make up the word of god. As it is written, jacob i have loved, but esau i have hated greek. That the gentiles, which followed not after righteousness, have. It tends very much to the clearing of a truth, to observe how the scripture is fulfilled in it. The preface and introduction to the whole epistle, to acts 1. As in our purposes, so in our desires, we must remember to say, if the lord will, james 4. In chapter 1 after giving the introduction and purpose of the book, paul surveys natural revelation via creation, noting that the creation rejected the creator for the satisfaction of baser instincts. Using his own translation, barnhouse provides a comprehensive exegetical treatment of pauls letter to the romans that is renowned for its depth of insight, yet highly accessible to all readers. In chapter 2 paul announces the judgment of god according to truth, explaining.
A critical and exegetical commentary on the epistle to the romans. Romans 9 niv pauls anguish over israel i speak bible. This versebyverse teaching is presented for the layman from the unique perspective of a student that believes the bible rather than a scholar that critiques it. A description of the deplorable condition of the gentile world, which begins the proof of the doctrine of justification by faith, here laid down at acts 1. Jan 29, 2014 the book of romans niv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 45 duration. God not only gives gifts to those he favors, but he also hardens andor blinds romans 11. Therefore, we could not possibly earn any grace of god, even as jacob could not.
As a vivid illustration for us, god deliberately chose to do this before jacob could possibly do any works pertaining to salvation. One of the pastors i regard most highly in terms of his ministry in. Romans 9 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Within the united kingdom, the rights to the kjv are vested in the crown. Romans 9 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. Chapter 9 brings a slight shift in focus to the book of romans. That god would actually harden someones heart so that he would become an enemy of himself or his people is sometimes even more difficult for us to comprehend. The holy bible epistle to the romans kjv study youtube. The whole work was rewritten and enriched with his mature studies in 1864. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of. Romans 9 is the ninth chapter of the epistle to the romans in the new testament of the christian bible. Romans 9 king james bible kjv book of romans bible. Brief summary of romans the kjv bible scriptures the content of romans according to the kjv bible scriptures contains a short overview of the main subjects, people, events and ancient topics in the following.
In romans chapters one through eight, paul thoroughly convinced us about mans need and. Romans 9 is vitally important to the christian, not only in the sense. Read romans 9 commentary using wesleys explanatory notes. Hes sending this letter ahead of him as a way of introducing himself and of sharing lots and we mean lots of theological goodies. The former was translated and published in france in 1841, and the latter republished in england in 1838. This chapter is so troublesome to some bible teachers that they. Points out the manner in which god has chosen to communicate the knowledge of his name to both jews and gentiles. Romans 9 i am speaking the truth in christi am not. A most manifest testimony of the godhead and divinity of christ.