Acts 21:19

Chinese Bible CSBT (Traditional) - (中文標準譯本)

保羅 問候他們後，一一述說神藉著他的服事，在外邦人中所做的事。

这是什么意思？

In this verse from the book of Acts, Paul is greeting people and telling them about all the amazing things God has done through his ministry among non-Jewish people (Gentiles).

儿童解释

Imagine you're a farmer who plants seeds in different places. You come back to your home town and tell everyone how those seeds grew into big, healthy plants all over! That's what Paul is doing here.

历史背景

The book of Acts was written by Luke around the year 60 AD. It details the early Christian church's growth after Jesus' ascension. This verse describes a moment when Paul returns to Jerusalem and updates his fellow believers on how God has been working through him among Gentiles.

今日应用

Imagine you're in a community service group at school, and you've started reaching out to students who aren't part of your usual social circle. You might want to share with others the positive changes and friendships that have resulted from this effort.

主题

• ministry
• gospel to the Gentiles
• missionary work
• church growth
• divine intervention
• testimonies

相关经文

• Romans 15:16
• Ephesians 3:8
• Colossians 1:24-29
• Acts 14:27
• Galatians 2:8

常见问题

Who is 'he' in this verse?

In Acts 21:19, 'he' refers to Paul, who was a key figure in spreading Christianity among Gentiles.

What does it mean that God 'wrought things by his ministry'?

This means that through Paul's efforts and teachings, God brought about significant changes and conversions among non-Jewish people.

Why is this verse important for understanding the early church?

It highlights how the early Christian community recognized the importance of expanding beyond Jewish communities to include Gentiles in their mission.

How can we apply Paul's story to our own faith journey today?

We can see Paul as an example of spreading God's message beyond familiar circles and sharing stories of transformation with others.