Full disclosure!
V25 n7
Definition for full: 4134 pleres- 1) full, that is, filled up (as opposed to empty) b) used of a surface, covered in every part c) used of the soul, thoroughly permeated with 2) full, that is, complete, lacking nothing, perfect. (Thayer’s)
Definition
for disclosure: 1. The act of
disclosing; an uncovering and opening to view; discovery. 2. The act of
revealing; utterance of what was secret; a telling. 3. The act of making known what was
concealed. 4. That which is disclosed or made known. (Webster’s 1828
dictionary)
Definition of revealed: 601 apokalupto (ap-ok-al-oop'-to); to take
off the cover, i.e. disclose: KJV-- reveal. (Strong’s) 1) to uncover, to lay open what has
been veiled or covered up, to disclose,
to make bare 2) to make known, to make
manifest, to disclose what before was unknown (Thayer’s)
Definition for revelation: 602 apokalupsis (ap-ok-al'-oop-sis); from
601; disclosure:
KJV-- appearing, coming, lighten, manifestation, be revealed, revelation. (Strong’s)
1) a laying bear, making
naked 2) a disclosure of truth,
an instruction a) concerning things
before unknown b) used of events by
which things or states or persons
hitherto withdrawn from view are
made visible to all 3) manifestation,
appearance (Thayer’s)
Ephesians 3:3-5, 3 How that by revelation (full
disclosure) he made known unto me the mystery; (as I wrote afore in few
words, 4 Whereby, when ye read, ye may understand my knowledge in the mystery
of Christ) 5 Which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it
is now revealed (fully disclosed) unto his holy apostles and prophets by
the Spirit; KJV
It
takes a full disclosure of the facts, for a person to make an informed decision
on any given matter. One thing that one must consider is this, who is making
the disclosure? (God is not a man that He should lie or deceive). How certain are you that what information is
being given to you is truth? (His Word is truth). Are all of the facts being disclosed? (He
will withhold no good thing from us).
How
often when considering and weighing God’s disclosure, that one must be born
again to see or enter the kingdom of God, do you seek out other people or
things for clarification and disclosure, rather then going to God for His full disclosure
of the facts?
Yes,
it is true, that in the Old Testament, all things were covered or hidden. (1Cor
2:7-8) We know this, because not only did God’s imbedded reporters tell us that
it was so, but so did Jesus Christ.
Mark 4:11-13, 11 And he said unto them, Unto you
it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them
that are without, all these things are done in parables: 12 That seeing they
may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand;
lest at any time they should be converted, and their sins should
be forgiven them. 13 And he said unto them, Know ye not this parable? and how then will ye know all parables? KJV
God
has given to us, made available to us, full disclosure of His plan and purpose
of salvation (the mystery of the Gospel) that He set into motion before
the world was made, and was made manifest at the day of Pentecost because of
the acceptable sacrifice Jesus Christ had made in and on our behalf. This made
possible the revelation or disclosure of this plan by His Spirit who will lead
and guide a person into all of the truth concerning the new birth.
It
is given to us to know the mystery of the kingdom of God, because as Paul tells
us that it had been revealed or fully disclosed to the apostles and prophets so
that they could point them out to all that would choose to follow Christ Jesus,
and the path which He set for us to follow. (Eph 3:3-4)
Let’s
take a look at a few of Adam Clarke’s comments from Ephesians chapter three, as
it helps one better see that which Father has fully disclosed to every person.
The apostle here
shows that God had the Gentiles as much in the contemplation of his mercy and
goodness as he had the Jews; and the blessings of the Gospel, now so freely
dispensed to them, were the proof that God had thus chosen them, and that his
end in giving them the Gospel was the same which he had in view by giving the
law to the Jews, namely, that they might be holy and without blame before him.
And as his object was the same in respect to them both, they should consider
that, as he loved them, so they should love one another: God having provided
for each the same blessings, they should therefore be holy-- fully
separated from earth and sin, and consecrated to God and without blame-- having
no spot nor imperfection, their inward holiness agreeing with their outward
consecration. The words are a metaphor taken from the perfect and immaculate
sacrifices which the law required the people to bring to the altar of God. But
as love is the fulfilling of the law, and love the fountain whence their
salvation flowed, therefore love must fill their hearts toward God and each
other, and love must be the motive and end of all their words and works. (from
Adam Clarke Commentary)
Now
think about that, Father has fully disclosed to us all that He has done for us
with the Son and the Spirit, yet, have we disclosed all of ourselves to Him?
Does one always allow the Lord into all of their life, or only into parts of
it? Could this be why Adam Clarke shares with us that “therefore love must
fill their hearts toward God and each other, and love must be the motive and
end of all their words and works”?
Since
God has fully disclosed to us all that He has given to us and for us through
Christ, we in turn must acknowledge that He then is able to meet our every need
by and through Christ, the power and wisdom of God. Do you really comprehend
that He has blessed you with all spiritual blessings in Christ Jesus? That you
have that anointing of the Holy One and you know all things? Do you know that
you are complete in Him? These facts are plainly stated, yet do you believe
them? Do you operate in them?
God
has given us full disclosure of Himself and His plan for reconciliation with
Him, but, have you disclosed all to Him? You tell Him that He is your source,
but do you really believe that He will provide all that you have need of, or do
you only allow Him to provide that which you understand? (Phil 4:13).
When
it comes to your health, do you really believe that by His Son, Jesus Christ’s
stripes that you have been healed? (Matt
John 14:26-27, 26 But the Comforter, which is the
Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all
things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the
world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be
troubled, neither let it be afraid. (KJV)
Phil 4:7, And the
peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts
and minds through Christ Jesus. (KJV)
Definition for peace: 1515
eirene- 1) a state of national tranquility, exemption from the rage and
havoc of war 2) peace between individuals, that is, harmony, concord 3)
security, safety, prosperity, felicity, (because peace and harmony make and
keep things safe and prosperous) 4) used
of the Messiah's peace, the way that leads to peace (salvation) 5) used of
Christianity, the tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through
Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and content with its earthly lot, of
whatsoever sort that is 6) the blessed state of devout and upright men after
death. (Thayer’s).
Let’s
look at the Hebrew definition for peace, which I think is a bit more
descriptive.
Definition
for shalom: 7965 shalowm or shalom-
completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
a) completeness (in number) b) safety, soundness (in
body) c) welfare, health, prosperity
d) peace, quiet, tranquility, contentment e) peace, friendship
1) used of human relationships 2) with God especially in covenant relationship
f) peace (from war) g) peace (as adjective). (Brown-Driver-Briggs)
Full
disclosure! This is what Father has given us in regards to our relationship
with Him. When one accepts Father’s full disclosure of reconciliation for their
life, then it is His peace that will rule and reign in the heart, which will
then keep the mind of the lower nature in control. All of the names of God
given in the Old Testament, show us all of the attributes of Christ that are
ours, as we learn to hear Father’s full disclosure of His love for us. You are
complete in Him, if you will abide in Him. Have you received Father’s full
disclosure for your life today? Are you Father’s masterpiece?
That
you may know Him,
In the service of Jesus Christ.
Larry
Gazelka
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