Who shall bring any charge against God's elect? It is God who justifies.

though they were not yet born and had done nothing either good or bad—in order that God's purpose of election might continue, not because of works but because of him who calls—

What then? Israel failed to obtain what it was seeking. The elect obtained it, but the rest were hardened,

As regards the gospel, they are enemies for your sake. But as regards election, they are beloved for the sake of their forefathers.