Romans 11:14 Meaning and Explanation
“If by any means I may provoke to emulation them which are my flesh, and might save some of them.”
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Read Full Chapter →Paul hopes that his ministry to the Gentiles will stir his own people to longing and lead some of them to salvation.
What Does Romans 11:14 Mean?
Continuing his thought, Paul reveals a deeper motive behind his Gentile mission. By bringing the gospel to the nations, he hopes to awaken desire in his fellow Israelites, his own flesh and blood, so that some might come to faith.
His heart aches for his kindred. The phrase might save some shows both the urgency and the humility of his hope; he labors and prays without presuming the outcome. This is the love of a man who has not given up on anyone, longing for the salvation of those nearest to him.
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What does Romans 11:14 mean?
Paul hopes that his ministry to the Gentiles will stir his own people to longing and lead some of them to salvation.