Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)
我们若信耶稣死而复活了,那已经在耶稣里睡了的人, 神也必将他们与耶稣一同带来。
这是什么意思?
This verse tells us that if we believe Jesus died and came back to life, then God will also bring with Him those who have died but trusted in Jesus. The speaker is Paul, emphasizing the hope of resurrection for believers.
儿童解释
Imagine your favorite toy goes away when you put it in a box at night (like falling asleep), but in the morning, it's back and ready to play again. That's like what this verse says about people who believe in Jesus—they'll wake up with Him one day!
历史背景
Paul wrote this letter around AD 51-52 from Corinth to the church in Thessalonica, a city in Macedonia, addressing concerns about those who had died and wondered if they would see their loved ones again.
今日应用
If you're worried about someone you love who has passed away, remember that this verse promises God will bring them back with Jesus. Use this promise to find comfort and hope during difficult times.
This verse gives comfort by assuring that those who have died in faith will be brought back with Jesus, offering hope and reassurance for the future.
What is meant by 'sleeping in Jesus'?
'Sleeping in Jesus' refers to Christians who have passed away, using sleep as a metaphor for death. This suggests that they are at rest awaiting resurrection.
How does this verse relate to the concept of faith?
This verse connects faith with the belief in the resurrection, reinforcing that our confidence in Jesus' death and resurrection underpins hope for the future life of believers.
Why was this message important for the Thessalonian church?
The Thessalonians were concerned about their deceased loved ones. This verse reassured them that these believers would be resurrected, addressing their fears and providing hope.