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Discussion Questions:

1. Who is the author? Who are his readers?

2. Why is Paul a "prisoner of Jesus Christ?"

3. What is "the mystery" that has been made known to Paul?

4. Is Paul bragging about his "wisdom" and "understanding?" Why or why not?

5. In verse 6 Paul describes the mystery. What is it?

6. Who are heirs? What are they? What do they share?

7. What does Paul consider his present status? Now do you think he is bragging or arrogant about the grace God gave him.

8. How and why is it that Paul does what he does?

9. What does "the manifold wisdom of God" refer to, and why will the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms recognize it?

10. According to Paul, is this mystery Plan B?

11. Is the ability to approach God significant? How much so?

12. What is the essence of Paul's prayer in verses 14-19?