Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Jesus sier videre: «Skriv til engelen for menigheten i Tyatira at Jeg har noe å si dem. Hils dem fra Meg som er Guds Sønn og som har øyne som flammende ild og føtter som fint kobber. Jeg kjenner til det dere gjør, kjærligheten, tjenesten, troen og tålmodigheten deres. Dere gjør stadig mer, likevel har Jeg noen få ting imot dere: Hvordan kan menigheten tillate at kvinnen Jesabel får undervise at umoral er tillatt? Hun lurer Mine tjenere til å tro at det er greit å begå seksuelle synder, og at de kan spise kjøtt som har vært brukt som offerkjøtt til avguder. Det hjelper lite at hun kaller seg selv en profet.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is a message to the church in Thyatira from Jesus Christ, who describes Himself as having eyes like flames and feet like brass. He's emphasizing His watchful nature and strength.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek with your friends, but you have super bright flashlight eyes that can see everything, even in the dark! That's how Jesus is watching over this church, and his strong feet are ready to act.
Historical Background
The book of Revelation was written by John around AD 96. The letter here is addressed to a specific group of Christians in Thyatira, a city in modern-day Turkey where there were pagan religious practices. John writes from exile on Patmos island.
Living It Out Today
In a corporate setting, imagine you're the manager who's always aware of what's happening and ready to take action when needed—just like Jesus is with His church, watching and guiding them.