1 Peter 1:21

German TKW (Textbibel von Kautzsch und Weizsäcker)

die ihr durch ihn glaubet an Gott, der ihn von den Toten erweckt, und ihm Herrlichkeit verliehen hat, so daß euer Glaube auch Hoffnung auf Gott ist.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse from 1 Peter tells us that through Jesus Christ, we believe in God who raised him from the dead and gave him glory. Our faith and hope should be in this God.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a really special toy that broke but your parents fixed it to look even better than before. That's like what happened with Jesus—God brought him back to life and made him even more amazing so we can believe in Him and trust Him.

Historischer Hintergrund

This verse is from the first letter of Peter, written around AD 64-65 by Simon Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples. It was addressed to early Christian communities scattered across Asia Minor who faced persecution for their faith.

Anwendung für heute

In a world where many doubt resurrection and miracles, this verse encourages steadfast belief in God's power over death and His promise of glory through Christ. For instance, when facing loss or illness, remembering that God has power over life and death can strengthen one’s faith and hope.

Themen

• faith
• hope
• salvation
• resurrection
• God's power
• Jesus Christ

Verwandte Verse

• Romans 10:9
• John 3:16
• Acts 2:32
• Ephesians 2:8-9
• Colossians 1:18

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Häufige Fragen

Why is believing through Jesus important?

Believing through Jesus means recognizing Him as the way to God, emphasizing His role in salvation. This belief connects us directly with God's power and promise of eternal life.

How does resurrection relate to faith?

The resurrection proves that God is powerful enough to overcome death, which strengthens our faith in Him and gives hope for eternal life through Christ’s example.

What role does God's glory play in this verse?

God’s glory refers to His majesty and greatness. By raising Jesus from the dead, God demonstrated His power and worthiness of worship, encouraging our faith and hope.

How can we apply 1 Peter 1:21 practically in daily life?

By remembering that our trust is placed in a powerful, resurrected Christ who overcame death, we find strength to face everyday challenges with renewed faith and hope.