The Secret Things Belong to the Lord

Deuteronomy 29:29

First published on: October 12, 2022

Last updated on: August 8, 2026

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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.
Deuteronomy 29:29 NIV

This verse divides knowledge into two realms. There is some knowledge that God has reserved for Himself, the secret things that belong to the Lord. And there are other things that He has revealed to us.

What are these secret things that belong to the Lord? In the context of this passage, it refers to how God is, and will be, working in the life of Israel to accomplish His purpose. Why He has invested so much in a people He knows will rebel and face destruction as a nation. And that applies to His working in the international arena today. Scripture reveals to us that God is sovereign over the affairs of nations. But it is hard for me to understand how He uses the conflicts between nations to accomplish His purpose. I simply have to trust Him with those secret things and so many others.

While I am intrigued by the secret things of God, it is more important for me to invest my efforts in knowing and understanding what He has revealed in His word. He has given me what I need in order to know and follow Him (2 Tim. 3:16-17). And I am responsible for what I do with that. To walk in loving obedience to my Lord and Savior. To seek and follow His will in my life. And to become all He wants me to be.

Obedience Leads to Understanding – Psalm 119:100

One of the most important things you do to grow in your faith is to practice what you learn. Obedience leads to a growing understanding.

The Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation – Ephesians 1:17

It is always appropriate as a believer to pray for a spirit of wisdom and revelation. Both for oneself and for the community of believers.

The Beginning of Knowledge – Proverbs 1:7

While the fear of the Lord includes an element of fear, it is also reverence for him. And that reverence and respect is the beginning of real knowledge.

Grow in the Grace and Knowledge of Jesus – 2 Peter 3:18

Peter here tells us how to be secure and effective in our faith. By growing in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ.

(This post was originally published on

October 12, 2022

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Ed Jarrett

Just an old clay jar that God continues to see fit to use in his kingdom's work. I am retired, married with 2 children, and 4 grandchildren. I have followed Jesus for many years. And I love to share what He has given me from His word.

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