Acts 1:7

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

فأجابَهُم: «ما لكُم أنْ تَعرِفوا الأوقاتَ والأزمِنةَ التي حَدّدَها الآبُ بِسُلطانِهِ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Acts chapter one, Jesus is talking to his disciples and tells them that it's not for humans to know when specific times or events will happen; only God the Father knows these things.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek. You don't know exactly when your friend will come out of hiding because that's a surprise, just like how we don’t know when some big things in life will happen because those are surprises from God!

Historical Background

The Book of Acts was written by Luke, likely around the late first century AD. This passage records Jesus speaking to his disciples shortly after his resurrection but before he ascended into heaven.

Living It Out Today

Today, when people worry about knowing exact dates for future events like the end times, this verse reminds us that such knowledge is solely God's domain. Instead of worrying about these things, we should focus on living faithfully in the present.

Topics

• faith
• hope
• salvation
• God's sovereignty
• discipleship
• worship

Related Verses

• 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3
• Matthew 24:36
• Mark 13:32
• Romans 8:29
• Ephesians 1:11

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it important that only God knows these times and seasons?

This emphasizes God's sovereignty over all things. It reminds us to trust in His timing rather than trying to control or predict the future.

Can we know anything about when Jesus will return?

While specific dates are unknown, Scripture provides signs and conditions that should help us be ready for Christ's return at any time.

How does this verse apply to our daily lives?

It encourages a life lived in the present with faithfulness and trust in God’s plan rather than worrying about unknown future events.

Does this verse mean we shouldn't try to understand prophecy?

No, it doesn't discourage studying prophecy. It means we should focus on being ready spiritually rather than trying to pinpoint exact times and dates.