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I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery

I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery

There’s a warning in Romans 11:25 that most believers have either never heard or never taken seriously. And that’s heartbreaking. Because it’s not a gentle nudge—it’s a piercing rebuke. Paul isn’t simply informing the church; he’s confronting a dangerous condition that has crept into the Body of Christ and taken root. He writes, “I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits…”—and you can almost feel the urgency in his voice. He’s not just teaching. He’s pleading.

Our doctrine should not be open for negotiation or compromise. It's not supposed to be treated as a casual curiosity. The mystery Paul refers to isn’t a side topic—it’s the very program we’re living in. It was hidden from the prophets, kept secret since the world began, and revealed only after Christ ascended and chose Paul to unveil it. And yet, despite its weight and wonder, it’s treated like an optional extra. Something for the “deep” Christians. Something we’ll get to later. 

However, if we read further, we'll learn that Paul doesn’t give us that luxury. He says plainly: if you’re ignorant of this mystery, you will be wise in your own conceits. Not might be. Will be. And that’s exactly what we see today. Churches filled with sincere people who are sincerely wrong. Preachers standing in pulpits, crafting doctrine from imagination, blending Israel and the Body, prophecy and mystery, law and grace—until nothing is distinct and everything is confused. They quote scripture, but they quote it out of place, out of context, and out of order. And the result is not spiritual maturity. It’s spiritual conceit. A kind of self-assured wisdom that feels biblical but is built on sand.

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 6): Liberty and Responsibility

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 6): Liberty and Responsibility

We’ve come a long way in this series, and it’s worth pausing to take it in. Each part has been a step—not just in understanding, but in spiritual posture. We began by recognising the carnal mind for what it is: natural, unrenewed, and unable to receive the things of God. That was Part 1. Then we saw that renewal isn’t just about adding truth—it’s about forsaking what shaped us before. That was Part 2. In Part 3, we were reminded that growth is measured by movement, not by flawlessness. The spiritual mind is formed gradually, and every step matters. Then came Part 4, where we saw that doctrine isn’t dry—it’s the very substance that renews the mind. Truth rightly divided gives structure to our thinking. And in Part 5, we brought that renewal into daily life. Walking in the Spirit isn’t mystical—it’s practical. It’s how we respond, how we think, how we live.

Now we arrive at a quiet turning point. Not a new lesson, but a reminder. A moment to breathe and consider what all of this means—not just inwardly, but outwardly. Because the renewed mind doesn’t exist in isolation. It begins to shape how we carry ourselves, how we speak, how we serve. And that’s where liberty comes in—not as a concept to admire, but as a reality to steward.

Paul wrote to the Galatians, “Only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another” (Galatians 5:13). That verse doesn’t come with pressure—it comes with perspective. Liberty in Christ is a gift, but it’s also a trust. It frees us from the weight of law, yes—but it also frees us to walk with purpose. The spiritual mind doesn’t treat liberty as a personal escape. It sees it as an open door to serve, to build, to edify.

What is 'The Faith' in Titus 1:1

What is 'The Faith' in Titus 1:1

In Titus 1:1, Paul refers to “the faith of God’s elect.” The use of the definite article “the” signals that this faith is not merely generic belief, but a distinct and defined body of doctrine—a treasure of truth entrusted to those chosen by God. This body of doctrine shapes and directs the life of every believer under grace. It is vital that we recognize and understand the significance of this phrase, for “the faith” underpins our purpose, our convictions, and our calling as members of Christ’s Body.

The following article will explore why grasping this reality is essential and how it anchors us in a life of spiritual substance, rather than mere ritual or routine.

Living with Eternal Purpose through Truth

We live in a world filled with obligations, distractions, and daily routines. Yet when weighed against the eternal power and richness of the Word of God, everything else fades into folly and vanity. What greater purpose does a believer have than to interact meaningfully in God’s Word and to share it faithfully?

The message entrusted to us is not simply about personal belief—it's about “The Faith”, a body of truth with eternal weight and divine commission. Let's begin by clarifying what Scripture means by faith and how it differs from “The Faith.”

Q-A: What is the Real Meaning of a Dispensation?

Q-A: What is the Real Meaning of a Dispensation?

It's not a period of time. It's a way of life.