Romans 11:28-29, "Concerning the gospel they are enemies for your sake, but concerning the election they are beloved for the sake of the fathers. For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable."
Concerning the gospel … concerning the election: Even though it seemed that in Paul's generation the Jews were enemies of God and were against the person and work of Jesus, they are still beloved - if for no other reason, then for the sake of the fathers (the patriarchs of the Old Testament).
Of course, they are loved for more than the sake of the fathers, but that by itself would be enough.
The gifts and calling of God are irrevocable: This is another reason why God hasn't given up on national and ethnic Israel. This principle, stated by Paul, comforts us far beyond its direct relevance to Israel. It means that God will not give up on us, and He leaves the path to restoration open.
Dear God, thank you for not giving up on me!
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