Scripture

It is the same today, for a few of the people of Israel have remained faithful because of God’s grace – his undeserved kindness in choosing them.

Observation

God has not rejected the people of Israel. It is like the time of Elijah when the prophet thought he was the only one left in Israel who was faithful to the Lord. The Lord showed him there were 7000 people who had not worshipped Baal.

Most of the Jewish people are seeking salvation through good works, Paul says, but some, though a minority, have received God’s grace and have been saved through faith in Jesus Christ.

Application

God has never completely abandoned His people- either Israel nor the church. There has always been a remnant, a small group of people who remain faithful to Him regardless.

This is true of the Jewish people. Although most have rejected their Messiah, Jesus, some have responded to the Good News.

It is also true in the church. Sometimes whole denominations have departed from Biblical truth to pursue the ways of the world. And yet, a faithful few remain, witnessing to the power of salvation.

Whole nations are turning their backs on the christian faith which established their culture and which united the nation. While the mainstream might have moved on, a remnant remains faithful to Jesus Christ.

So I remain hopeful for Australia and for the denomination I left over twenty years ago. Jesus is still building His church, and He is still Lord of the nations.

Prayer

Lord, even when all seems dark, you are the light of the world. I pray for revival in my town and in my nation. Lord, turn the hearts of people back to you. Amen.