Commentary
Matthew Poole and continuators on Romans 16:26
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26. But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets according to the Commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith.)
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Which, although it was in some sort made known under the Old Testament, yet in respect of the present light and revelation, it was a hidden mystery. Concerning the revelation of this mystery, four things are further recorded. (1) The means whereby it was made known, Viz. The Scriptures of the Prophets, vid. Act. 10.43. and 16.32. and 28.23. (2) The Authority by which it was made known, The command of the Everlasting God. (3) The persons to whom it was made known, the Gentiles, or The Inhabitants of all Nations. (4) The end for which it was made known, viz. For the obedience of Faith, i. e. That it may be believ'd and obey'd. vid. cap. 1.5. and 15.18.
Marginal references: 2 Tim. 1.10. Tit. 1.2.; 1 Pet. 1.20; Act. 6.7.
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