Brüder, ich mich selbst nicht schätze ein, ergriffen zu haben; eins aber, einerseits das hinten vergessend, andererseits nach dem vorne mich ausstreckend,
Was bedeutet das?
In Philippians 3:13, the Apostle Paul is speaking to the believers in Philippi. He says he hasn't reached perfection and that his focus isn't on past achievements but on moving forward towards what's ahead.
Für Kinder erklärt
Imagine you're running a race, and instead of looking back at how far you've come or feeling proud about it, you keep your eyes fixed on the finish line. That's what Paul is saying here: he doesn’t dwell on past successes but keeps pushing forward towards his goal.
Historischer Hintergrund
This verse was written by Apostle Paul around 60-62 AD to the Christians in Philippi. The letter aims to encourage and guide them, reflecting the challenges they faced as a fledgling Christian community amidst Roman culture.
Anwendung für heute
A modern scenario could be someone who has achieved a degree but continues to learn and grow instead of resting on their laurels. They forget past achievements and focus on new opportunities for growth and service.