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33. As it is written, Behold, I lay in Sion a stumblingstone and rock of offence: and whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.Romans 9:33.Paul emphasizes the reason why unbelievers are cast off from God's goodness and righteousness because they did not believe in faith.Christ is the door to heaven; there is no other access. Trying to be good enough, or reading, or anything besides trusting Christ will end up in failure. Christ has done successfully everything needed for us to obtain the reward.Hebrews 13:8, Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.We can add nothing to His salvation through His sacrifice of His blood and life.We can only believe and obey and receive. Amen.