[Alamo-Girl]

Well said. Thank you so much for your excellent post! Additionally, Alamo-girl's point about the context of Ro 3:11 is significant. If I understand her correctly, she is saying that everyone is found to be a lawbreaker, and, therefore, is not righteous in the sight of God, and in need of a Savior.

Indeed, that is the context as I have received Romans 3:11! Noone can earn redemption - be "good enough" - even those to whom the Law was given. So whether it be those under the Law or those who never received the Law, it all comes down to His mercy and compassion, which reaches broadly according to His own will. That is compatible with Romans 3, Romans 2 and Acts 17.

[xzins]

Thank you, AG. All are found to be lawbreakers and in need of mercy.