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; see Acts 10:43, Acts 16:32 28:23.
2. The authority by which it was made known; the commandment 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 believed and obeyed: see Romans 1:5, Romans 15:18.