1-21.

Batman: Robin, it is time to discuss the ninth chapter of Romans!

Robin: But, Batman, this is a deep and complicated chapter full of theological musings.

Batman: Fear not, Robin, we shall get through it! Paul begins this chapter by expressing his deep sorrow and anguish for the unbelieving Jews of his day.

Catwoman: Ha ha ha! How pathetic!

Batman: Catwoman, you are out of line. Paul explains that God's promises to the Jews were still true and that He had not cast them away.

Robin: But Batman, Paul then speaks of the sovereignty of God, saying that God has mercy on whom He will have mercy, and hardens whom He will.

Batman: That is correct, Robin. This can be a difficult concept to understand, but it is crucial to remember that God is all-powerful and His will is always right and just.

Riddler: So, why is God choosing some and not others?

Batman: It is not for us to question God's wisdom, Riddler. Paul goes on to explain that the Jews were chosen by God for a special purpose and that it was within His power to do as He saw fit.

Penguin: But why then does God find fault with them? It doesn't seem fair.

Batman: God does not find fault with them, Penguin. Rather, He finds fault with the Israelites who did not believe in Him. Paul goes on to explain that God's power and His word are greater than our understanding and that the only way to be saved is through faith in Jesus Christ.

Robin: That is true, Batman. Paul is reminding us that our salvation is in God's hands and that we must trust Him to provide it.