In Paul’s epistles in the King James Bible, several mysteries are mentioned
The info below was the result of Ollama AI. The accuracy is correct on some points. Their view is not quite dispensational but it is helpful.
Here are some of them:
- The Mystery of Christ (Colossians 2:2): “That their hearts might be
comforted, being knit together in love, and unto the end that they through
the riches of his grace might be made known unto all men, as also ye see
how well it pleaseth us; wherein I have suffered many things, and have a
desire to depart, and to be with Christ, which is far better: Nevertheless
to abide in the flesh is more needful for your sakes. And having this
confidence of the good will towards me, I am the more bold, so to speak
unto you… that Christ is now made known unto all men through his
resurrection.” - The Mystery of Godliness (Timothy 3:9): “Which they shall be turned
into, because their departure from it increaseth unto worse; as also false
sisters, which are already departed from such power having a name to live
while they are dead.” - The Mystery of Lawlessness (2 Thessalonians 2:7-8): “For the
mystery of iniquity doth already work; only he who now letteth will let,
until he be taken out of the way. And then shall that wicked be revealed,
whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall
destroy with the brightness of his coming.” - The Mystery of the Church (Ephesians 3:2-5): “If ye have heard of
the dispensation of the grace of God which is given me to youward; how
that by revelation he made known unto me the mystery… 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… whereof I am made a minister, according
to the gift of the grant of him.” - The Mystery of the Gospel (Romans 16:25-26): “Now unto him that is
able to establish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus
Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery which was kept secret
since the world began; But now is made manifest by his holy apostles and
prophets by the will of God.” - The Mystery of Israel (Romans 11:25): “For I would not have you
ignorant, brethren, concerning that salvation of the Gentiles, as it is
also in all the world: For God hath consigned them unto a manner to take
place till now, and then shall they be turned, for the fulness of the
nations to come upon Israel.” - The Mystery of Adoption (Romans 8:23): “And we know that the whole
creation groaneth together, and travaileth in pain as it doth also with
us; who have been delivered from the snare of death, so that we may look
forward with hope to the glory of God which is ours by the adoption.” - The Mystery of the Resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:51): “Behold, I
shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall be changed… in
a moment, in the twinkling of an eye.”
These mysteries are considered essential aspects of Paul’s theology and
the Christian faith.
The mysteries above are complete as to the Revelation Paul Received.
There is one more in Paul’s Epistles -Iniquity!
In the KJV, what about the mystery of iniquity in 2thes 2.
What is the mystery of this iniquity?
In the KJV, what about the mystery of iniquity in 2thes?. And What is the mystery of this iniquity?
In 2 Thessalonians 2:7, the King James Version (KJV) translates it as:
“For the mystery of iniquity doth already work: only he who now letteth [will let], until he be taken out of the way.”
The “mystery of iniquity” refers to a spiritual power or influence that promotes sin and evil. This phrase is also used in 2 Thessalonians
2:9, where Paul writes:
“And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of
his coming: Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan; with all power, and signs, and lying wonders, And by the same decree of
iniquity doth work the one who opposes himself.”
The mystery of iniquity is often understood as a reference to the spiritual forces that lead people astray from God’s ways, promoting sin
and evil. This concept has been interpreted in various ways throughout Christian history, but some common themes include:
- Satanic influence: The mystery of iniquity could be seen as an aspect of Satan’s work to deceive and lead humans away from God.
- False teaching or heresy: Some have understood the phrase to refer to false teachings or heresies that promote error and undermine
the truth of God’s Word. - Sinful nature: Others see the mystery of iniquity as a reference to the sinful nature of humanity, which is prone to rebellion
against God.
The specific identity of the “mystery of iniquity” is not explicitly stated in Scripture. However, it seems to be related to the spiritual
forces that oppose God and seek to lead humans astray from His will.
In your question about what this mystery is, some possible answers are:
- The power or influence of Satan
- False teaching or heresy
- Humanity’s sinful nature
It’s essential to note that the exact interpretation may vary depending on one’s theological perspective and understanding of Scripture.
I did some research at Grace Ambassadors
Isaiah 53:8-12
8 He was taken from prison and from judgment: and who shall declare his generation? for he was cut off out of the land of the living: for the transgression of my people was he stricken.
9 And he made his grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death; because he had done no violence, neither was any deceit in his mouth.
10 Yet it pleased the LORD to bruise him; he hath put him to grief: when thou shalt make his soul an offering for sin, he shall see his seed, he shall prolong his days, and the pleasure of the LORD shall prosper in his hand.
11 He shall see of the travail of his soul, and shall be satisfied: by his knowledge shall my righteous servant justify many; for he shall bear their iniquities.
12 Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he hath poured out his soul unto death: and he was numbered with the transgressors; and he bare the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors.’
I carried on with Justin’s material on another post framed below and linked here.
