King James Bible
"To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:"
Paul emphasizes God's deliberate revelation of a previously hidden truth, described as glorious and valuable. The mystery refers to God's redemptive plan that was concealed in past ages but now unveiled through the gospel. This marks a radical shift in salvation history—non-Jews are now full recipients of God's covenant promises. Paul's ministry specifically targeted Gentiles, breaking down the ethnic barriers that previously limited access to God's people. The mystery's content is the indwelling presence of Christ within believers, guaranteeing future glorification. This internal union with Christ serves as both present spiritual reality and future assurance of sharing in God's glory.