Circumcision, spiritual

On its own, the physical sign of circumcision is no guarantee of finding favour in the sight of God. It was intended to be the outward sign of inward consecration and should be accompanied by repentance, faith and obedience. Paul stresses that circumcision confers no special privileges upon individuals; it is faith in God, rather than any outward sign, that ensures that believers stand in a right relationship to God.

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Physical circumcision has no value without the obedience of the heart Dt 30:6 See also Dt 10:14–16; Je 4:4 Ro 2:28–29 See also Ro 2:25–27; 1 Co 7:19 Circumcision and faith Ga 5:6 See also Ro 3:30 Abraham’s righteousness depended on his faith, not on the covenant of circumcision Ga 3:6; Ge 15:6; Ro 4:9–12…