Instead of approaching Rom.9-11 seeking to understand how it answers the Calvin v. Armenius question, approach Rom.9-11 seeking to understand how it answers the specific first-century objection which Paul was addressing.
"Was God's decision to save through faith really part of His pre-plan?"
"Isn't it unjust of God to reject ethnic Israelites and choose to save believers instead?"
"Doesn't that mean God's promises to Israel have somehow failed?"
Those were the questions.
Now re-read Romans 9-11 and see how it answers it.
It will come clear!
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