Rom 4:16 | MHM | STEP | v. 16–17 : The promise was given through faith so that it might be based on grace and be guaranteed to all of Abraham’s descendants. This includes not only the Jews (those under the law) but also Gentiles (those who share Abraham’s faith) (Romans 4:16 ). Paul quotes Genesis 17:5 , where God says, I have made you a father of many nations . Abraham is the spiritual father of all who believe, whether Jew or Gentile, because they share his faith in God’s promises.

‏ Romans 4:16

v. 16–17: The promise was given through faith so that it might be based on grace and be guaranteed to all of Abraham’s descendants. This includes not only the Jews (those under the law) but also Gentiles (those who share Abraham’s faith) (Romans 4:16 ^a). Paul quotes Genesis 17:5 ^b, where God says, I have made you a father of many nations. Abraham is the spiritual father of all who believe, whether Jew or Gentile, because they share his faith in God’s promises.