Ephesians 3:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it is now revealed unto his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

This mystery was kept under wraps for generations, nobody knew about it until now, when God's Spirit finally revealed it to his apostles and prophets.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Some of God's best plans were worth the wait to be revealed at just the right time.

📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?

The letter to the Ephesians was written by the apostle Paul to the Christian community in Ephesus and nearby regions around 60-62 CE. It was written to encourage believers, explain the mystery of God's plan for the church, and promote unity and ethical conduct among its diverse members.

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