The Mystery of God’s Mercy in Salvation History (Romans 11:25-36)

Sermon Notes

Main idea: If we are aware of the mystery of how God has mercy on Jews and Gentiles in salvation history, then we will be a humble and united people who, in awe of God, declare with one voice, “To him be the glory forever. Amen.”

1. Be Aware! (vv. 25-32)

   1. The Mystery Stated (vv. 25-26a)

      • Israel’s hardening is partial (v. 25c)

      • Israel’s hardening is temporary (v. 25)

      • Gentile fullness will be reached (v. 25)

      • All Israel will be saved (v. 26a)

   2. The Mystery Supported (vv. 26b-27)

      • Isaiah 59:20-21

      • Isaiah 27:9

   3. The Mystery Expounded (vv. 28-32)

      • Israel’s Current Status (vv. 28-29)

      • Israel’s Future Status (vv. 30-31)

      • God’s Supreme Purpose: Mercy on All (v. 32)

2. Be in Awe! (vv. 33-36)

   1. Three Wonder-filled Exclamations (v. 33)

   2. Three Rhetorical Questions (vv. 34-35)

   3. Three Sovereign Declarations (v. 36)

   4. One Fitting Conclusion (v. 36b)