1 Timothy 3:13

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

فالذينَ يُحسِنونَ الخِدمَةَ يَنالون مكانَةً رَفيعَةً وَثِقَةً عَظيمةً في الإيمانِ بالمَسيحِ يَسوعَ.

ما معنى هذا؟

This verse says that if deacons do their job well, they earn a good reputation and become more confident in their faith in Jesus. It's Paul speaking to Timothy about the responsibilities of church leadership roles.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine you're really good at helping your teacher organize books. When you do this job well, everyone thinks you're great, and you feel super brave about learning new things. That's what happens when deacons do their jobs in church!

السياق التاريخي

The verse is from the letter of Paul to Timothy, written around AD 63-64. It was directed at young Timothy, who was leading a congregation in Ephesus, an important city in Asia Minor known for its diverse religious practices.

التطبيق اليوم

Think about someone who volunteers at their church by taking care of the sound system during services. If they do this job exceptionally well, they'll gain respect from others and feel more confident sharing their faith with friends and family.

المواضيع

• faith
• leadership
• church roles
• service
• confidence
• reputation

آيات ذات صلة

• 1 Timothy 3:8
• Titus 2:7-8
• Acts 6:1-5
• Hebrews 13:17
• Romans 12:8

أسئلة شائعة

What does it mean to 'purchase to themselves a good degree'?

It means that by doing their job well, deacons earn respect and a good reputation within the community of believers.

Can this principle apply outside church leadership roles?

Yes, it can be applied broadly to any role where someone is serving others. Doing your job well builds confidence and respect in whatever field you're working in.

How does one become a deacon?

Traditionally, becoming a deacon involves being chosen by the church community based on qualities like integrity and service, as described in Paul's letters to Timothy.

What are some ways to show confidence in your faith?

Confidence can be shown through sharing your beliefs openly, standing up for what you believe is right, and acting with kindness and compassion towards others.