The 11th chapter of Romans deals with Israel and its relationship to the Church. Historically these two haven’t always gotten along throughout the centuries and their disagreement has led to outright persecution. It is unfortunate that the Church didn’t spend time reading the 11th chapter of Paul’s letter to the Romans as it gives us a great perspective of how we should live with our friend and older brother Israel. In the 29th verse of this chapter as Paul spoke on the subject of Israel’s rejection and what that meant with regards to God’s future plans for them, he wrote that “The gifts and callings of God are irrevocable.”
This fact amazes me from two different perspectives:
From man’s perspective:God doesn’t say, “Take a chance on me, you might hit the jack pot.” No, He promises that if we come to him with our burdens He will give us rest. There is no gamble, no uncertainty, just an unwavering promise made to wavering people!
From God’s perspective: As an all knowing being with the ability to see the end from the beginning I’m taken aback by His continued faithfulness in spite of my fickleness.