Romans 10:20

And Isaiah dares to say: “I was discovered by those who were not seeking me. I appeared openly to those who were not asking about me.”

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In The King James Version

But Esaias is very bold, and saith, I was found of them that sought me not; I was made manifest unto them that asked not after me.

In Context

19But I say: Has Israel not known? First, Moses says: “I will lead you into a rivalry with those who are not a nation; in the midst of a foolish nation, I will send you into wrath.”

21Then to Israel he says: “All day long I have stretched out my hands to a people who do not believe and who contradict me.”

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Cross References

Proverbs 28:1The impious flees, though no one pursues. But the just, like a confident lion, shall be without dread.

Isaiah 52:15He will sprinkle many nations; kings will close their mouth because of him. And those to whom he was not described, have seen. And those who have not heard, have considered.

Isaiah 58:1Cry out! Cease not! Exalt your voice like a trumpet, and announce to my people their wicked acts, and to the house of Jacob their sins.

Matthew 20:16So then, the last shall be first, and the first shall be last. For many are called, but few are chosen.”

Luke 14:23And the lord said to the servant: ‘Go out to the highways and hedges, and compel them to enter, so that my house may be filled.

Ephesians 6:19and also for me, so that words may be given to me, as I open my mouth with faith to make known the mystery of the Gospel,

Matthew Henry on Romans 10:13-21

Importance of Preaching the Gospel; Perverseness of Israel. ( a. d. 58.) 12 For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. 13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How… Read the whole commentary →

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