Romans 11:27-29
New International Version
28 As far as the gospel is concerned, they are enemies(B) for your sake; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs,(C) 29 for God’s gifts and his call(D) are irrevocable.(E)
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- Romans 11:27 Or will be
- Romans 11:27 Isaiah 59:20,21; 27:9 (see Septuagint); Jer. 31:33,34
Romans 11:27-29
King James Version
27 For this is my covenant unto them, when I shall take away their sins.
28 As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the father's sakes.
29 For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.
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Romans 11:27-29
English Standard Version
28 As regards the gospel, they are enemies for your sake. But as regards election, they are (C)beloved for the sake of their forefathers. 29 For the gifts and (D)the calling of God are irrevocable.
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Romans 11:27-29
New American Standard Bible
28 In relation to the gospel they are (C)enemies on your account, but in relation to God’s choice they are beloved (D)on account of the fathers; 29 for the gifts and the (E)calling of God (F)are irrevocable.
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- Romans 11:27 Lit the covenant from Me
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