It Is Given Unto You to Know the Mysteries of the Kingdom

 It Is Given Unto You to Know the Mysteries of the Kingdom

By Dr. Joel Dabbas 

In the Kingdom of God, there is an invitation extended to every believer to experience the deep things of God—those hidden truths that are not easily accessible to the casual observer or the seeker who is not truly invested. This is what Jesus is conveying in Matthew 13:11 when He says, “Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.”

The word "mystery" in the New Testament refers to divine secrets that have been hidden in God, secrets that are not apparent to the natural mind or to those who are not yet initiated into the ways of the kingdom. These mysteries are not meant to be elusive or inaccessible. They are meant to be known, understood, and revealed, but the pathway to understanding them lies in the revelation of the Spirit. It is not a matter of human intellect, nor is it about simply acquiring knowledge; it is about receiving divine insight that opens your eyes to the realm of the supernatural.

In the Kingdom of God, there is a system of knowledge and wisdom that transcends what the world can offer. When Jesus said it is "given unto you", He was speaking to those who had made the choice to follow Him, to seek after His presence, and to live by His Word. This is crucial—there is a distinction between simply hearing the Word and truly pursuing it with a heart that is open and willing to understand. To “know” the mysteries is not a passive experience; it is a function of relationship and discipleship. It is about being in constant communion with the Spirit of God, who is the Revealer of these deep truths.

The key to unlocking these mysteries is not just in having a general knowledge of Scripture, but in allowing the Holy Spirit to open our hearts to the deeper revelations contained within it. It is a process of spiritual growth and transformation. When the Holy Spirit begins to reveal to you the mysteries of the kingdom, He does so not for your personal edification alone, but to equip you for effective kingdom service. The mysteries are meant to be understood, but they are also meant to be shared and manifested in the lives of those who will walk in them.

Jesus told His disciples that “it is given unto you”—this is a gift. To be able to understand the mysteries of the Kingdom of God is not something that can be earned by merit or intellectual capacity. It is a grace, a gift of divine favor. This speaks to the generosity of God’s heart. He does not withhold wisdom from those who earnestly seek it. He gives liberally to those who ask in faith and humility.

However, there is a caveat: to those who are outside the Kingdom, who have not yet chosen to follow Christ, who are not yet partakers of His nature, the mysteries remain hidden. The knowledge of the kingdom is not given to those who are outside of fellowship with Christ. The message of the Kingdom, while universally available, requires a specific posture of the heart to be understood. Jesus made it clear that to those who are indifferent, skeptical, or unbelieving, the truth will remain veiled. This is why He often spoke in parables—so that those who truly wanted to understand would search for the meaning, while others would pass by without grasping the depth of the message.

This principle holds for us today. The capacity to understand the mysteries of the Kingdom is given to those who are in Christ, those who are willing to walk the narrow path, who desire not just to know about God, but to intimately know Him. It is an invitation to those who are willing to pay the price of spiritual pursuit, of seeking God above all else.

As believers, we must understand that this capacity to know is not a passive gift. It is a privilege that comes with responsibility. We are called not only to understand these mysteries, but also to live by them, to manifest them in our lives, and to teach them to others. The knowledge of the mysteries of the Kingdom is meant to bring transformation in the way we live, think, and operate. It elevates our perspective from the natural to the supernatural and gives us the wisdom to function in the world as ambassadors of Christ.

In conclusion, the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven are indeed a treasure, given to us by grace. They are not reserved for a select few but are available to all who earnestly seek God with a sincere heart. It is given unto you to know the deep things of God—seek them out, for in the mysteries lie the keys to living in victory, to walking in the fullness of God's purpose for your life.