Romans 11:32
For God hath concluded them all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all.
Romans 11:32
God “has concluded them all in unbelief” to show mercy to all. This summarizes the universal problem of sin and the universal scope of mercy. It’s a statement about divine strategy: God allows human rebellion to unfold so that mercy might be extended to all.
This verse highlights the breadth and depth of God’s mercy, and the inclusive plan of salvation that reaches every human, Jew and Gentile alike. It also frames human unbelief within God’s larger mercy-cantered purpose.
It invites personal reflection on where we might be closed off to God’s mercy and encourages openness to God’s gracious work in our lives. It also promotes compassion toward others who are far from God, reminding us that mercy is the end goal for all.
Cross-References: Isaiah 55:6-7; Romans 3:23-26; Ephesians 2:1-7; 1 Timothy 2:4