15 They show that the work of the law[a] is written on their hearts.(A) Their consciences confirm this. Their competing thoughts either accuse or even excuse them[b] 16 on the day when God judges(B) what people have kept secret, according to my gospel through Christ Jesus.(C)

Jewish Violation of the Law

17 Now if[c] you call yourself a Jew, and rely on the law,(D) and boast in God,

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Footnotes

  1. 2:15 The code of conduct required by the law
  2. 2:15 Internal debate, either in a person or among the pagan moralists
  3. 2:17 Other mss read Look

15 They show that the requirements of the law are written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts sometimes accusing them and at other times even defending them.) 16 This will take place on the day when God judges people’s secrets(A) through Jesus Christ,(B) as my gospel(C) declares.

The Jews and the Law

17 Now you, if you call yourself a Jew; if you rely on the law and boast in God;(D)

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