Acts 10:41

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

nicht allem Volke, sondern uns, den von Gott vorher erwählten Zeugen, die wir mit ihm gegessen und getrunken haben nach seiner Auferstehung von den Toten.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse from the book of Acts explains that Jesus did not appear to everyone after his resurrection, but only to a specific group of witnesses. These witnesses, including the speaker Peter, ate and drank with him, proving he had truly risen from the dead.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine if your friend came back from a trip dressed as a superhero. Instead of telling everyone about it, they showed this cool outfit only to you and your best friends. That's kind of what happened here. Jesus didn't show himself to everyone but picked special people to see him after he came back from the dead.

Historischer Hintergrund

The book of Acts was written by Luke around AD 60-80, directed at a broader audience including both Jews and Gentiles. It details the early Christian church’s growth and key events following Jesus' resurrection.

Anwendung für heute

In today's context, this verse teaches us about choosing witnesses for important personal or professional testimonies. Like those chosen by Peter, our witnesses should be reliable, trustworthy people who can vouch for significant experiences we've had.

Themen

• resurrection
• witnessing
• faith
• testimony
• reliability
• early church history

Verwandte Verse

• 1 Corinthians 15:5-7
• Luke 24:36-43
• John 20:19-20
• Matthew 28:16-20
• Mark 16:14

Häufige Fragen

Why were specific people chosen as witnesses?

Specific individuals were chosen to ensure a reliable and credible testimony of Jesus' resurrection. This group was composed of those who had been with him throughout his ministry, making them well-positioned to verify the events.

How can we be witnesses like those chosen by Peter?

Being a witness involves sharing our experiences of faith with others, much as Peter and his companions did. We should share how Jesus has impacted our lives and why we believe in him.

What can we learn about reliability from Acts 10:41?

This verse highlights the importance of reliable testimony. Just as Peter emphasizes the credibility of those who witnessed Jesus' resurrection, it’s essential to trust and seek out credible sources in matters of faith.