Romans 11:28, Beloved Enemies of the Gospel

Romans 11:28 As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers’ sakes.

There is a general rejection of the gospel by the Jewish people. Like the Apostle Paul before his conversion, the Jews are enemies of the gospel. It is sad to see this. Because the Jews rejected the gospel, God opened the way for the gospel to be given to the Gentiles.

Swindoll rightly said, “we Gentiles should first be thankful for the blessings we currently enjoy at their expense. In fact, we should honor them, for their future role in God’s plan to redeem His creation.”

The Apostle Paul is saying that we must not forget the Jews because they are God’s chosen people. Because of His covenant with their forefathers Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the Jews are still held with utmost endearment by God. He is leading us to see the Jewish people from God’s standpoint, as a loving Father in heaven awaiting the return of the prodigal son. Thank God for His mercy upon Israel. Indeed, this is the heart of our loving Father.

If you know of anyone who willfully reject the gospel although they may be children of believing parents, do continue to pray for them. Do not give up on them! Amen.