1 Thessalonians 5:15

Spanish Version Is Called = Free Bible Version or (Versión Biblia Libre = VBL) - Public Domain - http://www.freebibleversion.org/ - Copyright © 2018 Jonathan Gallagher y Shelly Barrios de Avila

Asegúrense de que ninguno de ustedes pague mal por mal, sino traten siempre de hacer el bien unos a otros.

¿Qué significa esto?

This verse from the Bible is telling us not to retaliate when someone does something bad to us, but instead to always do good things for others and ourselves. It's like saying if someone pushes you, don't push them back; be kind instead.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you're playing with your friend and they accidentally kick the ball over your head. Instead of kicking it back at them hard, this verse tells us to stay calm and friendly. We should always try to do good things no matter what happens.

Contexto histórico

This verse comes from Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians around AD 51-52. He wrote to encourage a young Christian community in Thessalonica, addressing issues like living well and spreading the faith within their society.

Aplicación para hoy

In our modern life, imagine you get an email at work from a colleague who is upset with you about something trivial. Instead of sending a harsh reply, this verse suggests taking a deep breath and responding kindly to ease the tension.

Temas

• love
• forgiveness
• peace
• kindness
• revenge
• compassion

Versículos relacionados

• Romans 12:21
• Proverbs 25:21-22
• Matthew 5:39
• Ephesians 4:32
• Exodus 23:4

Preguntas frecuentes

How can I stay good when someone does something bad to me?

The key is to remember that responding with kindness helps break the cycle of negativity. Think about what a positive action might look like and focus on doing good, even if it's hard.

Why is it important not to return evil for evil?

Returning evil can escalate conflicts and hurt relationships. Choosing goodness promotes peace and shows the love of Christ in action.

How do we follow what is good among ourselves and others?

By treating everyone with kindness, empathy, and respect. This means actively looking for opportunities to help others and being a positive influence wherever you are.

What if it feels impossible not to react negatively?

It's understandable to feel that way, but taking time to calm down and praying can provide the strength needed to respond with goodness. Sometimes seeking advice from someone else is also helpful.