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Romans 9:3 · KJV

"For I could wish that myself were accursed from Christ for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

1I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost,
2That I have great heaviness and continual sorrow in my heart.
3For I could wish that myself were accursed from Christ for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh:
4Who are Israelites; to whom pertaineth the adoption, and the glory, and the covenants, and the giving of the law, and the service of God, and the promises;
5Whose are the fathers, and of whom as concerning the flesh Christ came, who is over all, God blessed for ever. Amen.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you relate to Paul's burden for his people?

2

What does it mean for you to love others sacrificially?

3

When have you felt a strong connection to your community?

Life Application

relationships

Consider ways to reach out to those in your community who are struggling.

empathy

Cultivate a heart of compassion for those who do not yet know Christ.

People in This Verse

Paul the ApostleNT

A key figure in early Christianity, Paul spread the Gospel throughout the Roman Empire. He was formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, a persecutor of Christians before his dramatic conversion.

First appearance: Acts 7:58

Connection to Jesus

character of jesus

Paul's willingness to be accursed for his brethren reflects the sacrificial love Jesus showed for humanity.

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