In the context of the Bible, the term "discloses" refers to the act of revealing or making known something that was previously hidden or unknown. This concept is significant in Scripture as it pertains to God's revelation to humanity, the uncovering of truth, and the exposure of sin and intentions.

Divine Revelation

God's disclosure of Himself and His will is a central theme in the Bible. Throughout Scripture, God reveals His nature, purposes, and plans to His people. In Deuteronomy 29:29, it is stated, "The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may follow all the words of this law." This verse highlights the distinction between God's hidden mysteries and the truths He chooses to disclose for the benefit of His people.

The ultimate disclosure of God is found in Jesus Christ. In the New Testament, Jesus is portrayed as the full revelation of God to humanity. John 1:18 declares, "No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is Himself God and is at the Father’s side, has made Him known." Through Christ, the character and will of God are disclosed to the world.

Truth and Understanding

The Bible emphasizes the importance of truth and understanding, often through the process of disclosure. In Proverbs 25:2, it is written, "It is the glory of God to conceal a matter and the glory of kings to search it out." This suggests that while God may conceal certain truths, it is the responsibility and honor of individuals to seek and uncover them.

The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in disclosing spiritual truths to believers. In John 16:13, Jesus promises, "However, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. For He will not speak on His own, but He will speak what He hears, and He will declare to you what is to come." The Spirit's role is to disclose divine truths and guide believers in understanding God's will.

Exposure of Sin and Intentions

The concept of disclosure also pertains to the exposure of sin and the intentions of the heart. Hebrews 4:12-13 states, "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword. It pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight; everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account." This passage underscores the power of God's Word to disclose the true nature of human thoughts and actions.

In the context of judgment, God will disclose the hidden things of darkness and the motives of the heart. 1 Corinthians 4:5 advises, "Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God."

Conclusion

The theme of disclosure in the Bible encompasses God's revelation of Himself, the unveiling of truth, and the exposure of sin. Through divine revelation, the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and the power of God's Word, believers are called to seek and understand the truths that God has disclosed for their spiritual growth and obedience.1540. galah -- to uncover, remove
... exiles (2), certainly go (3), certainly go into captivity (1), committed (1), depart
(1), departed (3), deported (1), disappears (1), discloses (2), disclosing ...
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Vision and SerVice
... Nature is the robe of God. It hides while it discloses, and discloses while it
hides. The hovering seraphim were in the attitude of service. ...
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The Fourth Word
... valuable lessons. 1. It discloses to us the Mind of Christ, which is to
be our own mind, in its outlook upon human sin. We, if "the ...
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Divine Sovereignty.
... that unless it be admitted that God's will is the foundation of obligation, it will
follow that it does not impose obligation, unless he discloses the reasons ...
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Matt. Ix. 1, 2
... 2. In this case indeed He discloses also another sign, and that no small one, of
His own Godhead, and of His equality in honor with the Father. ...
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Sources of Our Knowledge of Jesus
... The gospel discloses no artificial plan, the chief word of transition is "and."
While some of the incidents recorded, such as the second Sabbath controversy ...
/.../rhees/the life of jesus of nazareth/ii sources of our knowledge.htm

A Manifestation of God in Answer to Prayer
... It vividly discloses the fact that prayer can accomplish much. ... This fact discloses
that the messengers of Christ realized the necessity of prevailing prayer. ...
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Edwards -- Spiritual Light
... It is believed the sermon presented here discloses to greater advantage the tender
and saintly side of his character. He died in 1758. EDWARDS. 1703-1758. ...
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Introductory
... It discloses in a way of the utmost interest and significance the circumstances
and experiences of the writer, and also, in a measure, of the readers. ...
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The Art of Talking
... read by others. What a person is, innately and habitually, unconsciously
discloses itself in voice, manner, and bearing. The world ...
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Our Requests Made Known unto God
... Jesus." " Phil.4:19. This assuring promise discloses the resources God made
available to His people in answer to prayer. In the clear ...
/.../anderson/prayer availeth much/chapter 2 our requests made.htm

Discloses (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Discloses (3 Occurrences). 1 Samuel 20:2 He said
to him, "Far from it; you shall not die. Behold, my father ...
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League (20 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:8 that all of you have conspired against me, and there is none who
discloses to me when my son makes a league with the son of Jesse, and there is ...
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Incited (10 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:8 that all of you have conspired against me, and there is none who
discloses to me when my son makes a league with the son of Jesse, and there is ...
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Conspired (32 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:8 that all of you have conspired against me, and there is none who
discloses to me when my son makes a league with the son of Jesse, and there is ...
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Sorry (27 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:8 that all of you have conspired against me, and there is none who
discloses to me when my son makes a league with the son of Jesse, and there is ...
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Tells (38 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:8 that all of you have conspired against me, and there is none who
discloses to me when my son makes a league with the son of Jesse, and there is ...
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Stirred (64 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:8 that all of you have conspired against me, and there is none who
discloses to me when my son makes a league with the son of Jesse, and there is ...
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Disclosed (18 Occurrences)

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Jesse (45 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:8 that all of you have conspired against me, and there is none who
discloses to me when my son makes a league with the son of Jesse, and there is ...
/j/jesse.htm - 32k

Leah (30 Occurrences)
... family burying-place. Ruth 4:11 discloses the fact that her memory was
not forgotten by future generations. When Boaz took Ruth ...
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