Acts 11:18

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Als sie aber das hörten, beruhigten sie sich und priesen Gott und sprachen: So hat denn Gott auch den Heiden die Buße zum Leben gegeben!

Was bedeutet das?

This verse in the Bible tells us that after hearing about what God did for non-Jewish people, some Jewish believers were silent and praised God because they realized God had given these people a chance to turn their lives around and live forever with Him.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a special treat, and at first, you think only your family can have it. But then you learn that all of your friends can enjoy the treat too! You feel happy and say 'Wow, God is so kind to share this with everyone!'

Historischer Hintergrund

The book of Acts was written by Luke, a doctor and close friend of Paul, around 60-70 AD. This passage describes the response of Jewish Christians in Jerusalem after learning that Gentiles (non-Jews) had received the Holy Spirit without first converting to Judaism.

Anwendung für heute

Today, this verse reminds us not to limit God's grace only to certain groups but to share it widely with everyone we meet. For instance, if you know someone who hasn't considered their faith or has felt excluded from religious communities, remember that God’s invitation is open to all.

Themen

• salvation
• repentance
• inclusivity
• faith
• conversion
• grace

Verwandte Verse

• Acts 15:7
• Romans 3:29-30
• Galatians 3:8-9
• Ephesians 2:11-16
• John 3:16

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Häufige Fragen

Who is speaking in this verse?

The speaker isn't explicitly named, but the context suggests it’s a group of Jewish Christians who have just heard about the Holy Spirit being given to Gentiles without them first becoming Jews.

What does 'repentance unto life' mean in this verse?

'Repentance unto life' means turning away from sin and towards God, which leads to eternal life. It’s like making a U-turn on the wrong path of life and heading towards a new direction full of God's love.

Why did they praise God?

They praised God because they recognized that His grace was not limited to Jewish people but extended to Gentiles, meaning salvation is open to all who believe in Him.

How does this verse relate to today's understanding of faith and community?

This verse encourages modern believers to see everyone as potential recipients of God’s grace. It challenges us to be inclusive and share our faith with people from different backgrounds, just as the early Christians did.