Paul gives two reasons that God is righteous to select unconditionally, some for salvation and to reject others.

To prove that God's Word has not failed (and therefore can be trusted!) even though most Israelites do not believe in Christ, Paul presents one argument and then two illustrations to support his argument.

Two ways our appreciation for the gospel produces anguish over the unbelief of others.

4 confident affirmations of our absolute security in God's love for us.

2 boasts of our secure standing and approval before the Judge of the Universe.

2 gospel certainties and 2 necessary conclusions that teach us how to reason from the gospel to assurance of security for our day-to-day

Five activities of God on your behalf that assure you (the Christian) that God is always for you and will work all things for your good.

3 convictions that bring the Christian absolute assurance of God's care even in times of suffering.

Two assurances of the Spirit's working on your behalf as you groan for future glory.

3 facts about our groaning (as believers) that assure us that we are loved by God in Christ even in our suffering.