A careful reading of both testaments shows that God's grace will surpass the disobedience of Israel such that He will turn the nation back to himself. Hence the many restoration passages which teach just this—that Israel's rejection is neither total nor continuing (e.g., Deut. 30:1-6; Eze. 31:31-37; 36:16-37:14; Amos 9:11-15; Mat 23:39; Luke 21:24; Rom. 11:11,25-32). The Apostle Paul indicates that unbelieving Israel retains it's elect status as a nation before God (Rom. 9:3-5; 11:28-29). Notice especially Romans 11:28-29: 'Concerning the gospel they are enemies for your sake, but concerning the election they are beloved for the sake of the fathers. For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.'