Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Romans 11:36
God is the source from which all things come, the means by which all things happen, and the goal toward which all things are moving. He is the originator, sustainer, and finisher of everything ultimately (cf. Colossians 1:16-17). In view of all these things (Romans 11:33-36), He deserves all glory forever.The primary focus of this doxology, which harmonizes with the subject of chapters 9-11, is God’s great plan of salvation through history. However "all things" (Romans 11:36) includes the lives... read more
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Romans 11:35
Job’s observation that God has never needed to depend on human assistance that puts Him in man’s debt (Job 35:7; Job 41:11) is also true. The fact that God makes people His partners in executing His will in the world does not mean that He cannot get along without us. He can. read more