IT TAKES A REVELATION
Jesus said he was sent by the Father only to the house of Israel (Matthew 15:24). The people of Israel though had been all bound up spiritually in the law brought by Moses since Mount Siani. They rejected the Savior (Romans 11:11-15), so he appeared to a Pharisee of the Pharisees (Philippians 3:5), Saul of Tarsus, and anointed him as an apostle to the gentiles (Galatians 2:7-9).
The Spirit of the risen and ascended Christ revealed to Paul the mystery of the gospel of grace (Ephesians 3:8-10). The other apostles, the remaining 11, didn't understand the gospel (Mark 9:31-32) because they didn't have that revelation. They were still trying to judaize the way of Jesus (Galatians 2:11-13), and it would take them more time to see it (John 16:12).
To see the truth of God's grace, offered to those who place their faith in Christ alone for their salvation, takes a revelation (2 Corinthians 3:14-17).
From my experience studying biblical texts and Christian teachings, understanding the concept of grace truly requires a personal revelation, much like what Paul experienced on his journey. The law given to Israel through Moses was stringent and focused heavily on adherence to rules, which many people found spiritually binding. This often made it difficult to grasp the freer message of grace offered through Jesus Christ. What I find fascinating is how Paul’s encounter and his receiving the gospel of grace opened the door for Gentiles to embrace salvation without the need to follow the Mosaic Law. This was revolutionary at the time, and it took other apostles time to fully understand it as well. The gradual shift from a legalistic approach to one focused on faith alone shows a profound spiritual awakening that continues to inspire believers today. Personally, reflecting on scriptures like 2 Corinthians 3:14-17 helped me realize that spiritual eyes need to be opened through the Holy Spirit for one to fully appreciate the freedom and gift of grace. Faith, then, is not about what we can do by our own efforts but about trusting in Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection. This understanding can bring peace and assurance in one’s spiritual walk. In modern Christian life, this revelation encourages us to focus less on strict religious observances and more on a heart relationship with Jesus. It challenges us to live by grace, extending forgiveness and love, just as it was extended to us. If you are exploring faith or struggling with the weight of religious expectations, this message can be a source of great hope and transformation.
