Law and Mystery programs contrasted: The Blinding of Israel
What are the differences between the Law and the Mystery programs? This important question, neglected by many believers is answered by Paul’s epistles. Knowing the mystery program (as opposed to the Law) will help us to live according to the plan and will that God administers in the world today, as well as prevent confusion and malpractice of His Word. (Qualifying scriptures: Rom.11:13; 1 Cor.14:37-38; Rom.16:25-26) The Blinding of Israel Paul was also given a new revelation about the fall and temporary setting aside of Israel, and her blinding. Peter, James, John, and Jude didn't know anything about this event until Paul brought it to light. Rom 11:7,25 What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeketh for; but the election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded ... 25 For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; that blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fulness of the Gentil...