Ephesians 1:12
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
Ephesians 1:12 tells us that our faith in Christ should bring glory to God, because we were the first ones to trust in him. The verse emphasizes the importance of our faith as a way to honor God.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you have a special toy that no one else has ever played with before. You decide to share it and play with your friends for the first time. This makes your parents really happy because they see how well you're using something so special. In this verse, we are like those first friends who trusted in Jesus, which brings joy to God.
歴史的背景
The Apostle Paul wrote Ephesians around AD 60-62 while imprisoned in Rome. It was addressed to the believers in Ephesus, a major city in Asia Minor known for its wealth and temple of Artemis. The letter highlights the importance of unity and understanding of Christian doctrine.
今日への適用
Consider a scenario where you are new at school and meet friends who share your faith. By being kind and honest with them, you show others what Jesus is like. This reflects God's glory to those around you.