1 Timothy 3:16(KJV)
And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.
We must recognize that sin is a mystery, and its ultimate goal is to distract us from God’s plan so we can miss the best of life. However, godliness is a more excellent mystery and will always swallow up the mystery of iniquity. By the word mystery, godliness is of supreme significance. Godliness may be costly, but the result is priceless. Our understanding of the mystery of godliness will allow us to walk confidently in this life through the power of the Holy Spirit in Christ. It is the foundation of every giant in the Kingdom. This mystery is the saving revelation of God’s redemptive plan and the basis of the Christian faith and life. The complete package of the mystery of godliness is outlined in our anchored Scripture. For Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.
The concept of godliness is not unfathomable, but rather, our godliness and adherence to the Christian way of life is founded on a profound mystery that was previously concealed but has now been unveiled. This mystery refers to God’s redemptive plan in Christ, and its revelation serves as a saving grace for humanity. It is essential to recognize that the mystery of godliness lies in the ministry of the Holy Ghost. Above all questions, great is the revelation of the mystery of godliness. No personal effort can set a man free from sin except through the Holy Spirit. Romans 8:13 says, “For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.” The importance of living according to the guidance of the Spirit, which leads to life, rather than indulging in worldly desires that can lead to spiritual death. It takes the Spirit of God to destroy the deeds of the flesh. Praying in the Holy Ghost is one of the mysteries that confer mastery upon our lives against the forces of sin (Jude 20). It is a private line between us and God, enabling us to call for help when we are in need. God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power. He devoted His life to doing good and healing those the devil oppressed. God was with Him every step of the way. Although Jesus Christ was put to death in the flesh, He was brought back to life by the Spirit. As a result of His resurrection and ascension, we have received His Power when the Holy Spirit came upon us and are now His witnesses to everyone who will believe. Many have believed in Him, and many more will believe in Him as we preach the Gospel of Christ.
Beloved, it takes godliness to grow in revelation, and it takes revelation to accomplish exploits. The baptism of the Holy Spirit is crucial to our Christian walk. My counsel is to pray daily in the Holy Ghost. Today, by the encounter with the Holy Ghost, the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life will be destroyed, opening up your destiny to a colorful fulfillment in Jesus’ Name. If you are not BORN AGAIN, this is an opportunity to do so. Say this prayer: “Lord Jesus, I come to You today. I am a sinner. Forgive me of my sins. Cleanse me with Your precious Blood. Today, I accept You as my Lord and personal Savior. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. Forward ever, backward never!” I pray that the hold of sin is broken and the Grace to live for God is proclaimed on you in Jesus’ Name. Remember, this mystery of wholeness, revealed through godliness, invites you to embrace completeness and find answers to life’s most profound questions.
O Lord, open the eyes of my heart so that I might understand the secret of Godliness in Jesus’ Precious Name.