Acts 20:4

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

فرافقه الى اسيا سوباترس البيري. ومن اهل تسالونيكي ارسترخس وسكوندس وغايوس الدربي وتيموثاوس. ومن اهل اسيا تيخيكس وتروفيمس.

ما معنى هذا؟

This verse lists the names of people who traveled with Paul to Asia. It mentions where each person was from, showing a diverse group supporting Paul's mission.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine you're going on a big trip and your best friends from different places decide to join you. That's what happened here! Paul had helpers coming from all over to support his journey.

السياق التاريخي

The book of Acts was written by Luke, likely in the late first century AD. It documents the early Christian church's activities, focusing on key figures like Paul. This verse highlights the international nature of early Christian communities and their collaborative efforts.

التطبيق اليوم

In a modern context, think about how different people from various backgrounds can come together to support a common cause or mission. Just as these individuals joined Paul, today’s teams can be strengthened by diversity in skills and experience.

المواضيع

• faith
• missionary work
• teamwork
• diversity
• early church history
• supportive community

آيات ذات صلة

• Acts 16:9
• Romans 16:21-23
• Philippians 4:3
• Colossians 4:7-8
• Philemon 1:23

أسئلة شائعة

Who wrote this verse and when?

This verse is part of the book of Acts, written by Luke around the late first century AD.

What does it tell us about Paul’s journey to Asia?

It shows that Paul had a diverse group of companions supporting him from different regions, indicating broad support for his mission.

Why is diversity among supporters important in missions?

Diverse teams can bring varied skills and perspectives, enhancing the effectiveness and reach of missionary efforts.

How does this relate to modern church communities?

Modern churches can benefit from diverse membership, reflecting a broad support base like Paul’s companions, which strengthens their community and outreach.