Ephesians 2:18
French (La Bible expliquée)
C'est en effet par le Christ que nous tous, Juifs et non-Juifs, nous pouvons nous présenter devant Dieu, le Père, grâce au même Saint-Esprit. Avant la venue du Christ, l'humanité était divisée. D'un côté les Juifs, connaissant Dieu, entrés dans son alliance par la circoncision; de l'autre côté le restant des humains, étrangers à l'alliance et ne connaissant pas Dieu. Par Jésus-Christ tous les humains peuvent se rejoindre pour constituer un seul peuple, celui des croyants. Par sa mort, Jésus a détruit le mur de haine qui séparait les deux parties de l'humanité. Par son enseignement, par son comportement, par sa vie offerte, il a ouvert une route pour la paix. Désormais, les croyants forment un édifice nouveau dont Jésus, comme une pierre d'angle, assure la solidité et l'unité. Dans ce temple vivant, où chacun a sa place, Dieu habite par son Esprit.
What Does This Mean?
This verse says that through Jesus Christ we can approach God with the help of the Holy Spirit. Paul is speaking, emphasizing how Christians have a direct way to reach out to God together.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're in a room where your friend's dad lives. Before, you couldn't talk to him directly, but now there’s a friendly guide who helps you go up to the dad and chat with him. That's like how Jesus and the Holy Spirit help us connect with God.
Historical Background
The Apostle Paul wrote this in his letter to the Ephesians around 60-62 AD. He was addressing both Jews and Gentiles, reminding them of their shared access to God through Christ, breaking down the barriers between them.
Living It Out Today
Consider a scenario where you're at work and need to talk to your boss about a personal issue. Normally, it's intimidating, but imagine having a trusted colleague who helps facilitate this conversation, making it easier for both parties. That’s similar to how Jesus and the Holy Spirit make our approach to God comfortable.
Topics
salvationfaithaccessibility of Godunity in Christthe Holy Spiritprayer
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who wrote this verse?
This verse was written by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Ephesians.
What does 'through him we both have access' mean?
It means that through Jesus Christ, believers of all backgrounds can approach God directly and personally, without barriers.
How is the Holy Spirit involved in our access to God?
The Holy Spirit acts as a guide or facilitator, helping us understand how to communicate with God and making that communication possible.
What does this verse teach about unity among Christians?
It teaches that through Christ, all believers—regardless of their background—are united in having access to the Father, highlighting a shared spiritual inheritance and purpose.