Romans 9:1-5 ▼

1 I am telling the truth because I belong to the Messiah —I am not lying, and my conscience confirms it by means of the Holy Spirit.

2 I have deep sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart,

3 for I could wish that I myself were condemned and cut off from the Messiah for the sake of my brothers, my own people,

4 who are Israelis. To them belong the adoption, the glory, the covenants, the giving of the Law, the worship, and the promises.

5 To the Israelis belong the patriarchs, and from them, the Messiah descended, who is God over all, the one who is forever blessed. Amen.