For as ye in time past were disobedient to God, but now have obtained mercy by their disobedience, "ye" -i.e. Gentiles who were once disobedient. (Ephesians 2:1-3;11-13; Colossians 1:21; Titus 3:3; 1 Corinthians 6:9). Just about the time you think that you can't change, re-read many of these passages. For those that trust God, the gospel is able to change the 'worst case'. (1 Timothy 1:13)

"have obtained mercy by their disobedience" -Jewish disobedience benefited Gentiles, i.e. it brought the messengers of the gospel to them. (It is inferred that such Gentiles that obtained mercy, were believing Gentiles).

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