2 Corinthians 1:21

Arabic Bible (Tunisian) (Tunisian Arabic Version) 2018

آمَا اللهْ هُوَ الِّي ثَبِّتْنَا مْعَاكُمْ فِي المَسِيحْ، وْهُوَ الِّي مْسَحْنَا

What Does This Mean?

This verse in 2 Corinthians says that God is the one who strengthens us and anoints us through Christ. Paul, the author, is writing to encourage believers about their support from God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a coach who helps you practice basketball. This coach gives you special shoes so you can play your best. In this verse, God is like that coach, helping us and giving us what we need through Jesus.

Historical Background

The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the church in Corinth around AD 53-57. He aimed to encourage and support them, addressing issues of faithfulness, unity, and spiritual gifts within their community.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you feel overwhelmed at work or school. This verse reminds us that God strengthens us through Christ, giving us what we need to face challenges with confidence and resilience.

Topics

• faith
• strength
• anointing
• God's support
• Christians' encouragement
• spiritual gifts

Related Verses

• John 15:5
• Romans 8:32
• 1 John 2:20
• Exodus 31:6
• Leviticus 4:5

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'anointed us' mean?

'Anointed us' means that God has chosen and equipped believers for their spiritual roles, much like anointing oil was used in ancient times to designate someone as a leader or priest.

How can we experience the strengthening mentioned in this verse?

Experiencing God's strength involves relying on Christ daily through prayer and reading scripture. This helps us stay connected with God, who provides the power to overcome challenges.

Why is it important that God does this 'with you'?

The phrase 'with you' emphasizes partnership between believers and God. It means we are not alone but have divine support in our daily lives and spiritual journeys.

What was the situation when Paul wrote 2 Corinthians?

Paul wrote this letter during his third missionary journey, addressing issues of false teachings and encouraging the Corinthian church to stay faithful and united under Christ's leadership.