Ever wonder why some people say the book of Romans is confusing?
Maybe for things like this:
In 3.1 the question is asked, what advantage does the Jew have and what good is circumcision?
The answer in verse 2 surprises me: Much in every way.
OK, Got it… maybe.
Then I come to 3.9:
What then? Are we Jews any better off?
Obviously, yes.
Much in every way, like Paul just told us in v 2.
Hold your horses a moment.
Here the answer is: No, not at all.
Hmmm.