WHY MANY SAVED PEOPLE NEVER COME TO THE KNOWLEDGE OF THE TRUTH

WHY MANY SAVED PEOPLE NEVER COME TO THE KNOWLEDGE OF THE TRUTH

INTRODUCTION

The Bible teaches that God wills all men to be saved AND come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Timothy 2:4).
Yet millions who are saved never understand:

The Mystery
The Body of Christ
The Gospel of Grace
The Distinction Between Israel and the Church

Why?
Paul answers clearly in 2 Timothy 2:7:

> “Consider what I say; and the Lord give thee understanding in all things.”

Many believers fail to understand truth because they refuse to consider Paul’s apostleship and doctrine. Salvation is by believing the gospel; but spiritual understanding comes only when a believer follows God’s pattern for this dispensation — Paul’s message.

THE PROBLEM OF REFUSING TO CONSIDER PAUL

(2 Timothy 2:7)

A. A Divine Invitation Ignored

God gives understanding after considering Paul’s words.
— 1 Corinthians 14:37

B. A Dispensation Misunderstood

Christ sent Paul for this age.
— Ephesians 3:1–3

C. A Doctrinal Blindspot Created

Ignoring Paul guarantees confusion.
— Titus 1:14

THE PURPOSE OF PAUL’S DISTINCT APOSTLESHIP

(Romans 11:13)

A. The Apostle to the Gentiles

Paul’s calling is unique.
— Galatians 1:15–16

B. The Administration of Grace

He reveals this present dispensation.
— Ephesians 3:9

C. The Authority of Christ

His epistles carry Christ’s commands.
— 1 Thessalonians 4:2

THE PERVERSION CAUSED BY MIXING PROGRAMS

(2 Timothy 2:15)

A. The Confusion of Covenant Promises

Israel’s promises cannot be applied to the Church.
— Romans 9:4–5

B. The Collision of Law and Grace

Law produces bondage; grace produces liberty.
— Galatians 5:1

C. The Consequences of Misinterpretation

Wrong division = wrong doctrine.
— Colossians 2:8

THE POWER OF RIGHTLY DIVIDED TRUTH

(2 Timothy 2:15)

A. The Scripture Straightened

Right division eliminates contradictions.
— 1 Corinthians 10:32

B. The Saints Strengthened

Sound doctrine stabilizes believers.
— Romans 16:25

C. The Savior Seen Clearly

Christ’s gospel shines brighter.
— 2 Corinthians 4:4

THE PROCESS GOD USES TO GIVE UNDERSTANDING

(2 Timothy 2:7)

A. The Word Considered

Study with spiritual attention.
— Acts 17:11

B. The Will Cultivated

Submission precedes revelation.
— Romans 12:1–2

C. The Wisdom Communicated

God enlightens through Paul’s doctrine.
— Ephesians 1:17–18

THE PROBLEM OF PRIDE IN REJECTING PAUL

(2 Timothy 3:7)

A. Ever Learning, Never Knowing

Knowledge without truth produces blindness.
— 1 Corinthians 8:1

B. Emotion Over Exposition

Christianity becomes feelings-based, not doctrine-based.
— 2 Timothy 4:3–4

C. Entertainment Over Edification

Church tradition replaces Scripture.
— Mark 7:13

THE PREACHERS WHO PROMOTE FALSE UNDERSTANDING

(2 Corinthians 11:13–15)

A. The Ministers of Satan

They look spiritual but mislead.
— Matthew 7:15

B. The Message of Works

They corrupt the gospel.
— Galatians 1:6–9

C. The Method of Deception

They hide the Mystery and mix Israel’s program.
— Romans 11:25

THE PATHWAY TO KNOWING THE TRUTH

(1 Timothy 2:4)

A. Salvation First

You must believe the gospel of grace.
— 1 Corinthians 15:1–4

B. Study Second

A saved person must study Paul’s doctrine.
— 2 Timothy 2:15

C. Submission Third

Truth requires humility and obedience.
— Philippians 2:5

THE PROMISE OF SPIRITUAL ENLIGHTENMENT

(Ephesians 3:4)

A. Understanding the Mystery

Paul’s writings unlock God’s hidden wisdom.
— Colossians 1:26

B. Unveiling God’s Purpose

Right division explains the whole Bible.
— Ephesians 1:9–10

C. Unifying the Believer’s Walk

Truth produces transformation.
— Colossians 2:6–7

CONCLUSION

Not every saved person comes to the knowledge of the truth —
NOT because God hides it,
NOT because truth is complicated,
NOT because Scripture is unclear —

But because they refuse to consider Paul, the apostle Christ sent for this dispensation.

When believers reject Paul, they reject the method through which God gives understanding today.

Right Division isn’t optional —
It is the key to unlocking God’s truth.

CALL TO ACTION

Consider Paul’s words — gain God’s wisdom!
Study Right Division — stop the confusion!
Guard the gospel — follow Paul’s pattern!
Embrace the Mystery — walk in understanding!

FINAL THOUGHTS

Saved people can still remain scripturally blind.
Understanding comes through considering Paul.
Right division dissolves doctrinal confusion.
Paul’s gospel is God’s truth for today.
Tradition blocks truth; Scripture reveals it.
The Mystery explains the entire Bible.
Spiritual growth demands Pauline doctrine.
Confusion ends where right division begins.
Truth becomes clear when Paul is considered.
Consider Paul — and God will give understanding in all things.