For what purpose is the mystery of the gospel made manifest?

Answer

But now [the mystery] is made manifest, and by the Scriptures of the prophets, according to the
commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith." Rom. 16: 26.

In what prophecy was the work of reconciliation foretold?
Did Jesus ever make use of ordinary means in performing His miracles?
Why did God confide in Abraham, and commit sacred trusts to him?
How was the little horn to treat God's people?
What is Peter's testimony regarding it?
How does Paul speak of this coming?
Did this doctrine exist in ancient times?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle