Mystery is from the Father, Revealed in the Son, Understood through the Spirit and proclaimed by
the Church.
As a church Mystery is the continuation of Paul’s Ministry to the Gentiles. We are here to reveal that
which was kept hidden for ages and generations (Col 1:26) and is now made known. Through the Gospel we are heirs and sharers in the promise in Christ Jesus (Eph 3:6).
We are servants of the gospel. Responsible for the proclamation of God’s ultimate plan of reconciliation through the atoning sacrifice of his only son Jesus.
The Greek word “mysterion” was used by the pagan mystery religions of Paul’s day. It was used to describe something that was hidden and obscured, available only to the initiated and elite. Paul, as he did in Athens with the “unknown god”, took this term, understood by the people of the day and redeemed it for Christ. As any good missionary would do, he revealed and explained the mystery. Instead of suppressing a false truth, he illuminated the real truth.
As a church we desire to do the same thing. To reveal The Truth to a world saturated in falsehood. To build a community encouraged in heart and united in love with complete understanding of the mystery of God, namely Christ. (Col 2:2,3)
Mystery, today as much as in Paul’s time, speaks to the people and religions of our day. It makes God’s Mission known and still embraces the unknown. Mystery nurtures faith, accepts questions and provides an answer. It is the kingdom and reign of God, both hidden and revealed, a parable and a paradox.
The mystery is Jesus, the head of the church, made known.
It’s the knowledge of this treasure, this wisdom and it’s glorious riches.