Romans 3:3–4: For what if some did not believe? Will their unbelief make the faithfulness of God without effect? Certainly not! Indeed, let God be true but every man a liar. As it is written: “That You may be justified in Your words, And may overcome when You are judged.”
The Jew failed; doesn’t that mean God failed? No. God’s promise to send Israel the Redeemer was not defeated by their willful disobedience and rejection. All His promises for the future of the nation will be fulfilled to His glory in spite of their unbelief. Now, my friend, you may not like that, but I personally thank God that His promises to me do not depend on my faithfulness. If it had depended on me, I would have been lost long ago. Thank God for His faithfulness! 1
God is always true, no matter how much man falls short. The apostle has quoted David’s repentant words after his sin with Bathsheba, affirming God’s justice and giving proof that God remains faithful and true no matter how individuals may sin. The objection is therefore illogical. 2
Application
- Please accept and receive His unfailing love for you each day.
- Please remind yourself daily that His faithfulness is not based on your performance.
Prayer
Lord, thank you for never giving up on me. You are my Faithful One, forever.
1. McGee, J. V. (1991). Thru the Bible commentary: The Epistles (Romans 1-8) (electronic ed., Vol. 42). Nashville: Thomas Nelson.
2. Hughes, R. K. (1991). Romans: righteousness from heaven. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books.
