Romans 2:17:-29, The Guilt of the Jews

Bible Study with Dr. Thomas Constable

Romans 2:17-29 focuses on the guilt of the Jews despite their privileged position as God's chosen people. The passage begins by addressing the Jews who boast in their special relationship with God and their possession of the law, but then exposes their hypocrisy by pointing out that they break the very laws they claim to uphold. The passage emphasizes that true circumcision is not merely a physical act, but involves a change of heart and a commitment to obeying God's commands. The passage goes on to state that being a Jew is not just a matter of outward observance or heritage, but also of the heart, and that a true Jew is one who has been circumcised in the heart by the Spirit of God. The passage concludes by stating that it is not the external signs of religion that make a person acceptable to God, but a heart that is surrendered to Him in faith and obedience.