Romans 9:17-19 For the scripture says to Pharaoh, "I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I may show my power in you, and that my name may be proclaimed in all the earth."

Common⁽ⁱ⁾ ¹⁷ For the scripture says to Pharaoh, "I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I may show my power in you, and that my name may be proclaimed in all the earth." ¹⁸ Therefore he has mercy on whom he wills, and he hardens the heart of whom he wills. ¹⁹ You will say to me then, "Why does he still find fault? For who can resist his will?"