Romans 4:13

Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt 1925)

Vả, ấy chẳng phải bởi luật pháp mà có lời hứa cho Áp-ra-ham hoặc dòng dõi người lấy thế gian làm gia nghiệp, bèn là bởi sự công bình của đức tin.

Điều này có nghĩa gì?

This verse from Romans explains that the promise of being an heir to everything wasn't given to Abraham through laws but by faith in God's righteousness. The speaker is Paul, emphasizing the importance of faith over legalistic adherence.

Giải thích cho trẻ em

Imagine you have a big treasure chest, and your parents tell you it’s yours if you trust them. They don’t make you do chores first; they just want you to believe in them. That's like God saying Abraham could inherit everything by simply believing in Him, not by following rules.

Bối cảnh lịch sử

This verse was written by the Apostle Paul around AD 57-58, addressed to Roman Christians. It reflects a time when Jewish law was central, but Paul argues that faith is more important for salvation and inheritance of God's promises.

Áp dụng cho hôm nay

In today’s context, this means trusting in God's goodness and righteousness rather than trying to earn our place through strict adherence to rules. For example, a person might feel they need to do certain good deeds to be accepted by God, but Paul teaches that faith alone is sufficient.

Chủ đề

• faith
• salvation
• promise
• inheritance
• righteousness
• law

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• Genesis 15:6
• Galatians 3:29
• Romans 3:28
• Ephesians 2:8-9
• Hebrews 11:17

Câu hỏi thường gặp

Does this verse contradict the importance of following laws?

No, it emphasizes that while laws are important, salvation and inheritance come through faith in God's righteousness rather than strict adherence to legalistic rules.

Who is 'he' referred to in Romans 4:13?

'He' refers to Abraham, the patriarch mentioned earlier in the chapter, who was promised an inheritance by trusting in God’s promise.

How does this verse relate to modern religious practices?

It encourages believers to focus on faith and trust in God's promises rather than trying to earn salvation through following rules or laws.

What is the significance of 'heir of the world'?

Being an heir of the world symbolizes a vast inheritance, emphasizing that Abraham’s descendants (and by extension, believers) are promised great blessings and a place in God's kingdom through faith.