Colossians 4:13

Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))

ስለ እናንተ በሎዶቅያም በኢያራ ከተማም ስላሉቱ እጅግ እንዲቀና እመሰክርለታለሁና።

What Does This Mean?

Paul is speaking and he says that Epaphras has a strong passion for the people in Colossae, Laodicea, and Hierapolis. He's praising Epaphras' dedication to these communities.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who really loves your school and always wants to help other kids there. That's what Paul is saying about his friend Epaphras—he really cares about the people in different towns and wants to do good things for them!

Historical Background

The letter was written by Paul around AD 60-62 from a Roman prison. It was addressed to the early Christian community in Colossae, a town in modern-day Turkey. Laodicea and Hierapolis were neighboring towns with their own growing Christian communities.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, think about someone who volunteers at multiple schools or community centers, showing genuine care for each place they serve. This verse encourages us to have passion not just for our immediate surroundings but also for broader communities around us.

Topics

• love
• service
• zeal
• community
• dedication
• Christian living

Related Verses

• Ephesians 6:21-22
• Philemon 1:23
• Acts 19:8-10
• Romans 15:24
• Philippians 2:19-23

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Epaphras mentioned in this verse?

Epaphras was a Christian leader who worked closely with Paul, and he showed great dedication to spreading the gospel and supporting churches in various towns.

Why did Paul speak so highly of Epaphras?

Paul praised Epaphras for his passionate commitment to multiple communities, highlighting how dedicated one person can be towards serving others and promoting faith.

How does this verse relate to modern community involvement?

This verse encourages believers today to show passion not just within their immediate church or neighborhood but also to care about the well-being of neighboring towns and cities.

What kind of zeal is being referred to here?

The zeal mentioned is a passionate dedication to serving others and promoting faith, much like someone who enthusiastically volunteers time to help multiple communities grow and thrive.