The Whole Counsel of God Romans Chapter 11
Dec 16, 2019
A theological study of Romans 11 exploring Jacob and Esau as a national allegory. Discussion of the remnant theme and how divine purpose shapes Israel's story. Examination of Israel's rejection, spiritual blindness, and links to Gentile inclusion. Reflection on grace versus works and how human choice factors into hardened hearts.
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Faith, Not Descent, Secures Inheritance
- Paul uses Jacob and Esau to show covenant blessing depends on faithfulness to the heir, not mere descent from Abraham.
- Cutting off faith with the heir causes loss of inheritance, as happened historically with Edom.
Paul's Israel Is Theological, Not Political
- 'Israel' and 'Jews' are distinct terms in Paul's usage: Israel is theological (12 tribes), Jews are Judeans ethnically.
- New Testament prophecies about Israel's restoration aren't about a modern nation-state.
Elijah And The 7,000 Faithful
- Fr. Stephen recounts Elijah's despair after Mount Carmel when he thought he alone remained faithful.
- God replies He reserved 7,000 who had not bowed to Baal, showing a preserved remnant.