Acts 21:19

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

فَبَعْدَ مَا سَلَّمَ عَلَيْهِمْ طَفِقَ يُحَدِّثُهُمْ شَيْئًا فَشَيْئًا بِكُلِّ مَا فَعَلَهُ ٱللهُ بَيْنَ ٱلْأُمَمِ بِوَاسِطَةِ خِدْمَتِهِ.

What Does This Mean?

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).

Explained for Children

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.

Historical Background

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.

Living It Out Today

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.

Topics

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

Related Verses

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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.