Acts 11:18

Chinese (Simplified) Contemporary Bible (CCB Bible) (圣经当代译本修订版)

众人听了便安静下来，转而归荣耀给上帝，说：“如此看来，上帝把悔改得永生的机会也赐给了外族人。”

这是什么意思？

This verse in the Bible tells us that after hearing about what God did for non-Jewish people, some Jewish believers were silent and praised God because they realized God had given these people a chance to turn their lives around and live forever with Him.

儿童解释

Imagine you have a special treat, and at first, you think only your family can have it. But then you learn that all of your friends can enjoy the treat too! You feel happy and say 'Wow, God is so kind to share this with everyone!'

历史背景

The book of Acts was written by Luke, a doctor and close friend of Paul, around 60-70 AD. This passage describes the response of Jewish Christians in Jerusalem after learning that Gentiles (non-Jews) had received the Holy Spirit without first converting to Judaism.

今日应用

Today, this verse reminds us not to limit God's grace only to certain groups but to share it widely with everyone we meet. For instance, if you know someone who hasn't considered their faith or has felt excluded from religious communities, remember that God’s invitation is open to all.

主题

• salvation
• repentance
• inclusivity
• faith
• conversion
• grace

相关经文

• Acts 15:7
• Romans 3:29-30
• Galatians 3:8-9
• Ephesians 2:11-16
• John 3:16

常见问题

Who is speaking in this verse?

The speaker isn't explicitly named, but the context suggests it’s a group of Jewish Christians who have just heard about the Holy Spirit being given to Gentiles without them first becoming Jews.

What does 'repentance unto life' mean in this verse?

'Repentance unto life' means turning away from sin and towards God, which leads to eternal life. It’s like making a U-turn on the wrong path of life and heading towards a new direction full of God's love.

Why did they praise God?

They praised God because they recognized that His grace was not limited to Jewish people but extended to Gentiles, meaning salvation is open to all who believe in Him.

How does this verse relate to today's understanding of faith and community?

This verse encourages modern believers to see everyone as potential recipients of God’s grace. It challenges us to be inclusive and share our faith with people from different backgrounds, just as the early Christians did.