Bible Study Verse
Colossians 1:25-27
I have become its servant by the commission God gave me to present to you the word of God in its fullness the mystery that has been kept hidden for ages and generations, but is now disclosed to the saints. To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. (NIV)

Thoughts
Deer hunters spend days, weeks, and sometimes years trying to unravel the mystery of a big buck’s pattern and habits. When we actually do see his mystery revealed through tracks, rubs, and other sign he leaves behind, we’ve gained significant information that will help us in hunting the buck.But remember, he is revealing himself through the signs that he leaves. We’re just reading the sign - the message he leaves for us.
(Steve S)

Action Point
God has left “sign” for us, too. He has revealed His truth through the sign that we read - it’s called the Bible. He mercifully grants his favor to undeserving people. That’s called “grace”, and it’s a mystery that He has made known to us. It seems illogical, but the truth is that we do not earn God’s favor. He has revealed His mystery to us - that we are saved through His grace alone, not through the works that we do.Salvation through works is a false teaching that comes normally and naturally to everyone. It’s grace that is the new idea, the novel concept. It’s grace that is the amazing thing - a mystery that has been revealed to God’s people.