Romans Chapter 9 Bible Study  God's Purpose for Israel: A Grace Bible Study for Women  Key Verse "For they are not all Israel, which are of Israel:"  — Romans 9:6 (KJV) Romans chapter 9 begins a new section in Paul's epistle that focuses on the nation of Israel. After explaining the wonderful truths of our salvation by grace through faith in Christ in the previous chapters, Paul now answers an important question: If God made promises to Israel, why were so many Israelites rejecting their Messiah? When we rightly divide the Word of Truth (2 Timothy 2:15), we see that Romans 9 is not primarily about God choosing certain individuals to be saved or lost. Instead, Paul is explaining God's dealings with Israel and how God faithfully carried out His plan exactly as He promised. Even though much of Israel rejected Christ, God's Word had not failed. His promises remain true, and His plan continues exactly as He intended. Paul begins by expressing great sorrow for his f...