What does Romans 9:1 mean?

Romans 9:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Romans 9:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost,

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:

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