Many today believe in God and want to go to Heaven, but in their own way. In the previous verses, Paul expressed great compassion for the Jews during his time and prayed they would be saved (Romans 10:1). He said they were zealous but tried to establish their own righteousness (Romans 10:2-4).

Faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.  Romans 10:17

Jesus said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) God the Father Himself spoke concerning His Son, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” (Matthew 17:5)

When Jesus told parables or taught difficult spiritual truths, He said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” (Luke 8:8) In order to have ears to hear, meditate on scripture. Memorize verses having to do with salvation (Matthew 7:21 and 19:29, Mark 16:16, John 3:16 and 10:9, Acts 4:12, Romans 10:9, Ephesians 2:8-9, I Timothy 2:3-5) so you can be ready with an answer as Peter advises in I Peter 3:15. Pray for the nation and leaders that the Lord will give them ears to hear…that they will receive Christ by faith and be saved.

Recommended Reading: Luke 8:4-15