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Romans 9:33 · KJV

"As it is written, Behold, I lay in Sion a stumblingstone and rock of offence: and whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed."

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Passage Context

31But Israel, which followed after the law of righteousness, hath not attained to the law of righteousness.
32Wherefore? Because they sought it not by faith, but as it were by the works of the law. For they stumbled at that stumblingstone;
33As it is written, Behold, I lay in Sion a stumblingstone and rock of offence: and whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does faith in Christ provide you with assurance?

2

What does it mean for you to believe without shame?

3

When have you felt proud of your faith in public?

Life Application

faith

Embrace your faith publicly, knowing that belief in Christ brings honor and assurance.

identity

Reflect on how your identity as a believer shapes your interactions with others.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse quotes Isaiah, indicating that Jesus is the stumbling stone for many, fulfilling the prophecy.

See also: 1 Peter 2:8

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