2 Corinthians 5:7

Spanish RVR 1909 (Más información sobre Biblia Reina Valera 1909)

(Porque por fe andamos, no por vista;)

¿Qué significa esto?

This verse tells us that we should live our lives based on faith instead of what we can see with our eyes. It's spoken by the Apostle Paul, reminding believers to trust God even when they can't see everything clearly.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you're walking in a dark room and all you have is a tiny flashlight. You can only see a small bit at a time, but you know there’s a path ahead. Faith is like that - we walk and trust God's light even when we can't see everything around us.

Contexto histórico

The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the church in Corinth around 53-57 AD. He was addressing a community facing various challenges, encouraging them to trust in their spiritual journey rather than relying solely on their physical senses or worldly wisdom.

Aplicación para hoy

Think about starting a new job where you feel uncertain about your skills and the future. This verse reminds us to step forward with faith, trusting that God is guiding our path even if we can't see all the steps clearly ahead of us.

Temas

• faith
• hope
• trust in God
• spiritual journey
• reliance on God
• uncertainty

Versículos relacionados

• Hebrews 11:1
• John 20:29
• Romans 8:24-25
• Ephesians 2:8
• Proverbs 3:5

Preguntas frecuentes

What is meant by 'walking by faith'?

'Walking by faith' means living your life guided by trust in God's promises and presence, rather than relying solely on physical evidence or human reasoning.

Why is it important not to rely only on sight?

Relying only on what we can see limits our understanding and trust in God’s bigger plans. Faith allows us to grasp spiritual truths that go beyond visible realities.

How does this verse apply to difficult situations?

In tough times, it reminds us to trust God even when the outcome is not clear or promising. It encourages a steadfast faith in His guidance and provision.

Can you give an example from the Bible of someone walking by faith?

Abraham’s willingness to leave his home for a land he had never seen, trusting God's promise (Genesis 12:1-4), is a classic example of living by faith.