Listen "Does God Choose Who Gets Mercy? A Deep Dive into Romans 9, Pharaoh & God's Kindness"
Episode Synopsis
Is God's mercy random or part of a bigger plan?In this episode of Rooted & Reason, Mikey and Ryan take a deep, thoughtful, and sometimes hilarious dive into one of the most challenging chapters in the Bible—Romans 9. Along the way, we explore Pharaoh’s hard heart, God's sovereignty, and the beautiful *kindness of God* that leads us to repentance.Whether you’re wrestling with questions about free will, God’s justice, or what it really means when the Bible says "I will have mercy on whom I have mercy", this conversation is for you.We look at:* What Romans 9 actually says (and doesn't say) about God choosing who receives mercy* How Pharaoh's story in Exodus connects with God's purpose and justice* The mixed multitude that left Egypt—did God redeem Egyptians too?* What it means to be God's people in light of His expanding promise* How God's kindness and patience reveal His heart to the world📖 Chapters:00:00 - Introduction and Mikey's Nose02:09 - God’s Mercy on Pharaoh – Arbitrary Judgment or Expanding Promise?10:16 - Who Hardened Pharaoh's Heart?20:00 - The Mixed Multitude – Egypt's Redemption Too27:27 - The Purpose of the People God Uses42:15 - The God Who Seeks to Show Mercy48:50 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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