Challenging Romans 9 Quiz with Flashcards

Questions and Answers

According to Romans, chapter 9, verse 1, what do I speak?

The truth in Christ

In what does Paul have great sorrow and unceasing anguish?

His heart

For what could Paul wish that he himself were cursed and cut off from Christ?

The sake of his people (those of his own race, the people of Israel)

Whose is the divine glory?

The people of Israel's (or Paul's people) Signup and view all the answers

According to Romans, chapter 9, verse 5, who is God over all?

The Messiah Signup and view all the answers

In what book and chapter is the following: 'For not all who are descended from Israel are Israel'?

Romans 9 Signup and view all the answers

Whose offspring will be reckoned through Isaac?

Abraham's Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse and give the reference: 'In other words, it is...'

'...not the children by physical descent who are God's children, but it is the children of the promise who are regarded as Abraham's offspring.' Signup and view all the answers

What will Sarah have?

A son Signup and view all the answers

By whom were Rebekah's children conceived at the same time?

Our father Isaac Signup and view all the answers

According to Romans, chapter 9, verse 11, what might stand?

God's purpose in election Signup and view all the answers

Who will serve the younger?

The older Signup and view all the answers

Whom did I hate?

Esau Signup and view all the answers

Who is not at all unjust?

God Signup and view all the answers

From what Old Testament book does the following quotation come: 'I will have mercy on whom I have mercy and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion'?

Exodus Signup and view all the answers

On what does it not depend?

Human desire or effort Signup and view all the answers

To whom does Scripture say, 'I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might be proclaimed in all the earth'?

Pharaoh Signup and view all the answers

In what book and chapter is the following: 'Therefore God has mercy on whom he wants to have mercy, and he hardens whom he wants to harden'?

Romans Signup and view all the answers

To whom will one of you say, 'Then why does the following quotation come: 'Shall what is formed say to the one who formed it, why did you make me like this'?

Isaiah Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right to make out of the same lump of clay some pottery for special purposes and some for common use?

The potter Signup and view all the answers

What did God choose to show?

His wrath Signup and view all the answers

For what did God prepare in advance the objects of his mercy?

Glory Signup and view all the answers

According to Romans, chapter 9, verse 24, whom did he also call?

Us Signup and view all the answers

What will I call her who is not my loved one?

My loved one Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse and give the reference: 'As he says in Hosea:......'

'.....I will call them 'my people' who are not my people; and I will call her 'my loved one' who is not my loved one.' Signup and view all the answers

According to Romans, chapter 9, verse 26, what was said to them?

'You are not my people' Signup and view all the answers

Like what is the number of the Israelites?

The sand by the sea Signup and view all the answers

What will the Lord carry out with speed and finality?

His sentence on the earth Signup and view all the answers

According to Romans, chapter 9, verse 29, what had the Lord Almighty done?

Left us descendants Signup and view all the answers

What righteousness have the Gentiles obtained?

A righteousness that is by faith Signup and view all the answers

Who have not attained their goal?

The people of Israel Signup and view all the answers

How did the people of Israel pursue their goal?

As if it were by works Signup and view all the answers

According to Romans, chapter 9, verse 33, what makes people fall?

A rock in Zion Signup and view all the answers

Quote Romans, chapter 9, verse 33.

As it is written: 'See, I lay in Zion a stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall, and the one who believes in him will never be put to shame.' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Concepts in Romans 9

Paul emphasizes the truth in Christ, underlining its significance in his message.
He expresses immense sorrow and unceasing anguish in his heart for his fellow Israelites.
Paul's deepest wish is to be separated from Christ for the sake of his people, the Israelites.

Divine Glory and Righteousness

The Israelites hold the divine glory, signifying their unique covenant relationship with God.
Jesus, referred to as the Messiah, reigns as God over all, establishing both divinity and humanity.
The distinction is made that not all descendants of Israel are considered true Israel; this emphasizes spiritual lineage over physical descent.

Promises and Election

Abraham's offspring is recognized through Isaac, pointing to the importance of God's covenant promise.
God's purpose in election stands firm, indicating that divine choice, rather than human effort, dictates blessings and callings.
The older brother will serve the younger, indicating an inversion of expectations historically associated with birthright.

God's Sovereignty and Mercy

God expresses mercy as He sees fit, highlighting sovereignty over grace and compassion.
Pharaoh is noted as an example of God raising someone for a specific purpose to reveal His power.
It is not dependency on human desire or efforts but divine will that determines spiritual outcomes.

Prophetic References

Quotations from Exodus and Hosea underscore themes of mercy and the redefinition of God’s people.
“You are not my people” reflects a shift in identity for those once distant from God’s grace but now welcomed into His family.

Israel's Pursuit of Righteousness

The Israelites struggled to achieve their goal of righteousness, seeking it through works rather than faith.
In contrast, the Gentiles accessed righteousness through faith, revealing a broader scope of God's grace.

The Stumbling Stone

The scripture warns of a stone in Zion that causes many to stumble, emblematic of Jesus’ dual role as both a cornerstone for believers and a point of contention for others.
Believers are assured that faith in Christ leads to deliverance from shame and condemnation.

Final Outcomes

God's promises remain enduring; a remnant remains chosen to fulfill His covenant.
The Lord will act swiftly and decisively in executing His judgment and purpose on the earth.

Call to Believers

The continuation of the theme is that Gentiles, once considered outside God’s promise, are now called His beloved, integrating them into the family of God alongside Israel.
The ultimate goal remains centered on faith, highlighting the personal relationship each believer is invited to foster with God.

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Test your knowledge with this quiz based on Romans chapter 9 from the New International Version. Explore the key themes and verses that highlight Paul's emotions and relationships with his people. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this chapter.

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