Was the mystery revealed during Jesus’ earthly ministry?
No, the mystery was not revealed during Christ's earthly ministry. Jesus spoke only of Himself and Israel, never indicating a joint consort with Gentiles. It remained hidden in God's mind until revealed to Paul, who then proclaimed it to the Gentile world.
Les explains that the mystery was not yet revealed during Christ's earthly ministry. Jesus never indicated that there would be a consort between Himself and Gentiles; He only spoke about Himself and Israel. But it was kept secret in the mind of God until it was revealed to Paul. Now it comes out to the whole Gentile world, showing the glorious prospect of joint heirship with Jesus Christ, even though it had been hid. Les cites Ephesians 3:9 and 6:19-20, emphasizing that Paul is now proclaiming something that had never been revealed before—that Gentiles are included.