And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ:
And to help everyone understand this incredible secret that God kept hidden since the very beginning of time, this mystery about how we all get to be part of his family, through Jesus who created everything.
God's been planning your inclusion in his family since day one, and now the secret's out.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Ephesians from prison in Rome, addressing a church in a major city known for its pagan temples and diverse population, where early Christians were navigating their identity amid cultural pressures. This verse is part of Paul's discussion on the "mystery" of God's eternal plan, which had been concealed from the world's beginning but was now revealed through Christ, emphasizing that God created all things through Jesus and intended this truth for all people, including both Jews and Gentiles. It highlights the early church's mission to proclaim this unifying revelation in a world divided by ethnic and religious barriers.
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