2 Corinthians 4:5

Amharic Tigrinya 2011

ማለት፡ ክርስቶስ የሱስ ከም ጐይታ፡ ንርእስና ግና ምእንቲ የሱስ ከም ግዙኣትኩም ጌርና እምበር፡ ርእስና ኣይኰነናን እንሰብኽ ዘሎና።

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 2 Corinthians 4:5 explains that the apostles preach about Jesus Christ and not themselves, positioning themselves as servants for the sake of spreading Jesus' message. It shows their humility and devotion to sharing God's word.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who is really good at sharing a fun game with others. They don't say how great they are; instead, they just focus on telling everyone about the game so that more people can play it and enjoy it too.

Historical Background

The Apostle Paul wrote this verse to the Christians in Corinth around 53-57 AD. He emphasizes their role as servants spreading Jesus' message amidst a complex cultural setting where various beliefs competed for attention.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, think of a scenario where you are trying to share important information with your peers about a cause or belief. Instead of focusing on yourself, emphasize the value and importance of the message itself.

Topics

• humility
• service
• preaching
• devotion
• selflessness
• faithfulness

Related Verses

• Philippians 2:7
• John 13:16
• Ephesians 4:1
• Romans 15:18
• 1 Peter 4:11

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean by 'preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord'?

It means that when sharing their faith or teaching about God, they focus on highlighting and praising Jesus rather than drawing attention to themselves.

Why is humility important in preaching according to 2 Corinthians 4:5?

Humility ensures the message of Christ remains central and not overshadowed by personal agendas or egos, which can distract from the true purpose of spreading God's word.

How does 'ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake' relate to modern service roles?

It shows that those who serve others do so with a focus on Christ's teachings and values, reflecting their commitment to following in his footsteps and serving with the same selfless attitude.

Can you give an example of someone applying 2 Corinthians 4:5 in daily life?

A social worker focusing on highlighting resources and support available for those in need, rather than their own achievements or skills, embodies this principle by keeping the focus on helping others.