For he had confident hope in that which was past hope, that he should become a father of many nations, according to that which was spoken, "Thus shall thy offspring be;"

For as ye in times past were disobedient to God, but have now obtained mercy through their disobedience,

O the depth of the riches, and of the wisdom, and of the knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his purposes, and his ways past finding out!

Him that is weak in his faith receive with kindness, and not to pass judgment on his thoughts.

When therefore I have completed this business, and secured to them this fruit, I shall set out to pass through you to Spain.