Verses that inspire

 

Recently this verse inspired me when I was reading in my quiet time:

for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. (Romans 11:29)

Irrevocable?

My thesaurus tells me another synonym is "changeless."

Paul was talking about the Jews who at the time, were considered the enemies of God, because of the hatred and persecution that they participated in, towards the early believers. Paul said that if for no other reason, then for the sake of the fathers, the patriarchs of the old Testament, these Jews were still beloved. (Of course, they are truly loved because God loves all and doesn't wish for any to perish!)

Paul's point was that God had not given up on the nation of Israel. And it's a principle that should comfort us today. It's relevant to us, not just to the nation of Israel. It means that God will not give up on us. He will always leave the path open to restoration.

Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord, and that he may send the Messiah, who has been appointed for you—even Jesus. Heaven must receive him until the time comes for God to restore everything, as he promised long ago through his holy prophets. (Acts 3:19-21)

There will always be an open door for those who turn to Him.

Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool. (Isaiah 1:18)

He has called us. And He's called us for eternity!

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28)

His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, (II Peter 1:3)