Acts 18:11

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

Il y demeura un an et six mois, enseignant parmi les Corinthiens la parole de Dieu.

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse tells us that Paul stayed in Corinth for a year and six months, teaching people about God's word. There is no specific speaker mentioned; it's just a statement of what Paul did there.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you're at a friend's house for playtime. You stay there for over a year and teach your friend all about your favorite games. That's kind of like what Paul did, but he taught people about God instead!

Contexte historique

The Book of Acts was written by Luke around 60-70 AD. The audience included both Jewish and Gentile Christians. This part describes the time when Paul preached in Corinth, a city known for its wealth and culture.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Think about spending a year and six months sharing your knowledge with someone. In today’s context, it could be mentoring a new employee or teaching a friend about environmental sustainability over an extended period of time.

Thèmes

• teaching
• perseverance
• evangelism
• missionary work
• patience
• dedication

Versets liés

• 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
• Acts 18:4
• Romans 10:17
• Galatians 6:6
• Ephesians 4:11-13

Questions fréquentes

Who wrote this verse?

Luke wrote this verse as part of his account in Acts.

Why did Paul stay so long in Corinth?

Paul likely stayed because he saw a need for teaching and wanted to build a strong foundation among the new believers there.

What kind of impact does prolonged teaching have?

Prolonged teaching can lead to deep, lasting changes in people's understanding and faith. It allows for more thorough instruction and relationship building.

How might this verse apply today?

This verse encourages modern believers to be patient and dedicated when sharing their faith with others.