Mark Dunagan Commentary on the Bible Romans 2:3 And reckonest thou this, O man, who judgest them that practise such things, and doest the same, that thou shalt escape the judgment of God? "Commentary on Romans 3:2". It is inseparable from repentance, surrender, and a supernatural longing to obey. But when Paul wrote, many Jews still stood in an unblessed condition. the unbelief of men shall not make fidelity or faith of God of no effect. 2. Romans 3:3. All Rightes Reserved, Larry Pierce, Winterbourne, Ontario.A printed copy of this work can be ordered from: The Baptist Standard Bearer, 1 Iron Oaks Dr, Paris, AR, 72855. BibliographyBullinger, Ethelbert William. “Oracle” is the object, and not the subject, of the sentence. It has nothing to do with our condition, but everything to do with our position. C H Spurgeon agrees that it is not an accurate statement writing that…, "I said that clothed in the righteousness of Christ, we are accepted as if we had never sinned. Not an objection to the preceding, but a guarantee of the ἐπιστεύθ. Apart from these, all the other advantages would not only have been useless, but fatal to the Jews; for, being sinners, they could only have served to overwhelm them with despair, in discovering, on the one hand, their corruption, unmitigated by the kindness of Jehovah, and, on the other, the avenging justice of God. "Commentary on Romans 3:3". BibliographyPoole, Matthew, "Commentary on Romans 3:2". Therefore: the fides Dei in keeping the λόγια, keeping His word, in virtue of which He does not abandon His promises to His people. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/bnb/romans-3.html. 9-11. Much every way. Learn, 4. Though the advantage of the Jew does not consist in exemption from judgment, he has an advantage, nevertheless, and it is very great. The promise shall be fulfilled, the threatening executed; only with this difference, we cannot personally find the comfort of the promise without faith, but we shall experimentally feel the terror of the threatening whether we believe it or no. Kauchesis - 11x - boasting(7), exultation(1), proud confidence(1), reason for boasting(2). Chiefly in that they were intrusted with the oracles of God — The scriptures, in which are so great and precious promises. . World Publishing). in all departments of the spiritual life. Go to. Moreover, they had the honour of being the keepers of these sacred books, these divine oracles, and of transmitting them to posterity, for the use of others. On that of observing the law? How stands the case?). That the enumeration is not carried on, is no serious objection to this explanation, as we have other examples of the same kind. This pass. Καταργεῖν is properly to render void and ineffectual; a meaning most suitable to this passage. Has he not entered into a solemn covenant to grant his people all the benefits of the Messiah's kingdom? 2.Much in every way, etc. These oracles were frequent among the pagan, and affairs of great importance were usually submitted to them. Copyright StatementThese files are public domain. A more detailed list of advantages is given in Romans 9:4 ff. Chicago: Moody Press), Our Daily Bread, Copyright RBC Ministries, Grand Rapids, MI. (Romans: Verse by Verse). 1865-1868. He begins here to give the sacrament its own praise; but he concedes not, that on this account the Jews ought to have been proud; for when he teaches that they were sealed by the symbol of circumcision, by which they were counted the children of God, he does not allow that they became superior to others through any merit or worthiness of their own, but through the free mercy of God. Such objections would be addressed to the Apostle continually, as he labored, more or less assailed by Jewish opposition; while the confirmation of the fact of Romans 3:2 seems unnecessary. Can fulfill Thy law’s demands; It was excluded by the coming in of the revelation of righteousness by faith. App-150. where the gen. in this or cognate phrases is subjective; but the sense is determined by ἀλήθης infra; and the thought |[96], 1 Corinthians 1:9; Hebrews 10:23; 1 Thessalonians 5:24, alibi S. H. qu. That a good man under afflictions, if very careful to justify and clear God from dealing unjustly with him in any of his severest dispensations towards him. Since indeed God, who will justify the circumcised (Jews) by faith and the uncircumcised (Gentiles) through faith, is one. Here begins the second phase. ); Titus 2:10. Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness; "Would not the unfaithfulness of some Jews invalidate God's promise?" No, but on the principle of faith. Romans 8 Resources. And in Jewish eyes this meant that He would continue to favour Jews at the judgment. Boasting is not excluded by "works of Law," but only by faith. Much every way (πολυ κατα παντα polu kata panta). Much every way: chiefly, because that unto them were committed the oracles of God. Where does it get a footing? BibliographyJamieson, Robert, D.D. A strong case is presented for the "inspiration" of the O.T. [The observance of the Law has nothing to do with justification.] His Name, His blood, our plea; i.e., Well then, how stands the case? 7.) The adjective πολύ, which we have translated by much, properly signifies numerous. Instead God gave us the Law to be an x-ray to expose the extent of our sin and guilt, so we would see our need for his grace. It is not necessary to render this, with reference to ἐπιστεύθησαν in Romans 3:2, “if some proved faithless to their trust”. In any case, Paul makes it clear to the Galatians, and to us, that no one can ever be justified by keeping the law; James himself makes it plain that no one can keep the law fully (James 2:10). This daily newsletter provides a starting point for personal study, and gives valuable insight into the verses that make up the Word of God. But it is equally clear that he would have been thus diverted from the object of this discussion. The oracles of God; divine communications which were made, in various forms, to the Jewish people. But this cannot be, except when the promise is received by faith; for it is in this way that a mutual covenant is on both sides confirmed. There are, however, two views of the sense: (1.) in Romans 3:5. Renewal 1960. no man should boast before God. Used by permission of Broadman Press (Southern Baptist Sunday School Board). (Acts 10:36-37). https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/dun/romans-3.html. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/bul/romans-3.html. “grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ” (see note 2 Peter 3:18). It is suggested, that though the Jews enjoyed such a privilege, some of them did not believe; which is an aggravation of their sin, that they should have such means of light, knowledge, and faith, such clear and full evidences of things, and yet be incredulous: though it should be observed that this was the case only of some, not of all; and must be understood, not of their disbelief of the Scriptures being the word of God, for these were always received as such by them all, and were constantly read, heard, and attended to; but either of their disobedience to the commands of God required in the law, or of their disregard to the promises of God, and prophecies of the Messiah, and of their disbelief in the Messiah himself when he came; but now this was no objection to the advantage they had of the Gentiles, since this was not owing to want of evidence in the word of God, but to the darkness and unbelief of their minds: and. Oracles of God; the Scriptures, revealing salvation through a Saviour to come. (The Gospel According to Jesus), It's easy to say to someone "Simply trust." ‘Because they have broken faith on their part, shall God break faith also on His?’. (Play hymn), It’s Too Late! 1999-2014. did not believe. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/wbc/romans-3.html. Romans 3 – Justified Freely by His Grace A. Wuest: for our reasoned conclusion is that a man is justified by faith apart from works of law. He gave them many benefits (Romans 9:4-5). Since the general context is circumcision (see chapter 2), we can conclude that Great in every respect. 1685. The gospel of the grace of God is the best vindication of his law. 1870. They have a hard time understanding that they can't do anything to earn God's favor. It is not what you do but in fact it is what you are! BibliographyPett, Peter. But the Apostle goes farther; for, in the second place, he admits that many had fallen in incredulity, but denies that their incredulity impeached the faithfulness of God. Foul, I to the fountain fly; The failure of some only emphasises by contrast the faithfulness of GOD.
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