ROMANS—NOTE ON Romans 8:29 God has always been doing good for his people. foreknew. In the OT, the word “know” emphasizes God’s special choice of his people (e.g., Genesis 18:19). See Romans 11:2, where “foreknew” contrasts with “rejected,” emphasizing God’s choosing his people. God also predestined (that is, predetermined) that those whom he chose beforehand would become like Christ.

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