The theme of nationality and ethnic grouping is certainly not the first concern of Paul's
argument. However the way he treats this theme sheds light on his understanding of the
importance of different ethnic or national groups from the viewpoint of their identity. This
work brings together Galatians 3 23-29 and Romans 10 12-21 and focuses on the theme of
religious and national identity in both passages. The theological and ethical implications for
today's Christian communities both in their internal relationships and external involvements
ought to lead to intellectual honesty in the life of every believer. The ethical standards of
those who believe in Christ should probably be seen as a never-ending process of reinterpreting
eschatological expectation for the living community today.
