Romans 11:17-22

17But some of the olive branches have been broken off, and you, a wild olive branch, have been grafted in their place. You get your nourishment from the roots of the olive tree.

18So don’t brag about being better than the other branches. If you brag, remember that you don’t support the root, the root supports you.

19“Well,” you say, “Branches were cut off so that I could be grafted onto the tree.”

20That’s right! They were broken off because they didn’t believe, but you remain on the tree because you do believe. Don’t feel arrogant, but be afraid.

21If God didn’t spare the natural branches, he won’t spare you, either.

22Look at how kind and how severe God can be. He is severe to those who fell, but kind to you if you continue to hold on to his kindness. Otherwise, you, too, will be cut off ⌞from the tree⌟.