And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons,8:38 Greek nor rulers. neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. 39No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.

So you see, God chooses to show mercy to some, and he chooses to harden the hearts of others so they refuse to listen.

Even though the Gentiles were not trying to follow God’s standards, they were made right with God. And it was by faith that this took place. 31But the people of Israel, who tried so hard to get right with God by keeping the law, never succeeded. 32Why not? Because they were trying to get right with God by keeping the law9:32 Greek by works. instead of by trusting in him. 

Lord God my Father,

Your love is always with me, I need to choose to accept it wholly. Thank you for your steadfast Love that never leaves me. Quiet my heart to follow you only, allow your truth to soften my desire to follow only you.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen