1 Corinthians 15:24

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

ثُمَّ يَكونُ المُنتَهى حِينَ يُسَلِّمُ المُلْكَ إِلى اللهِ الآب بَعدَ أَن يَكونَ قد أَبادَ كُلَّ رِئاسةٍ وسُلطانٍ وقُوَّة.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from 1 Corinthians 15:24, Paul describes the end times when Jesus will hand over his kingdom to God the Father and will eliminate all other forms of rule, authority, and power. The key message is about the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where there are many players who each have their own special powers. But then comes a time when one player wins and says, 'Okay, I'm giving my power back to the grandparent who started this game,' and all other players' special powers go away. That's like what Paul is talking about here.

Historical Background

The letter of 1 Corinthians was written by the Apostle Paul around AD 53-54 to the Christian community in Corinth, Greece. He wrote to address various issues within the church and to strengthen their faith. The cultural setting included a mix of Greek and Roman influences, with many different religious beliefs.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse can remind us that all earthly powers and authorities will eventually give way to God's eternal kingdom. This can provide comfort when facing challenges from authoritative figures or institutions that seem overwhelming.

Topics

• salvation
• kingdom of God
• end times
• faith
• authority
• hope

Related Verses

• Revelation 21:3
• Ephesians 1:20-23
• Daniel 7:14
• John 18:36
• Psalm 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Who does 'he' refer to in this verse?

'He' refers to Jesus Christ, who will hand over his kingdom to God the Father when all other forms of power are eliminated.

How do we understand the phrase 'the end comes'?

The phrase signifies the final stage of history where Christ’s reign culminates with all earthly authorities being superseded by God's eternal kingdom.

What does it mean to deliver up the kingdom to God?

It means Jesus will return sovereignty back to God, emphasizing that all power ultimately belongs to God and that His rule is supreme.

Why are all rule, authority, and power put down in this verse?

This indicates the complete subordination of any earthly or heavenly powers under God’s ultimate authority, ensuring that only God rules without opposition at the end times.