diff --git a/bible/kt/peopleofgod.md b/bible/kt/peopleofgod.md index b52b80d8..b7f394de 100644 --- a/bible/kt/peopleofgod.md +++ b/bible/kt/peopleofgod.md @@ -1,13 +1,12 @@ -# people of God, my people +# people of God ## Definition: -The term “people of God” refers to people whom God has called out from the world to have a special relationship with him. +The concept of the “people of God” in the Bible refers to people with whom God has established a covenant relationship. -* When God says “my people” he is talking about the people whom he has chosen and who have a relationship with him. -* God’s people are chosen by him and are set apart from the world to live in a way that is pleasing to him. He also calls them his children. -* In the Old Testament, “people of God” refers to the nation of Israel which was chosen by God and set apart from among the other nations of the world to serve and obey him. -* In the New Testament, “people of God” especially refers to all those who believe in Jesus and are called the Church. This includes both Jews and Gentiles. +* In the Old Testament, the phrase “people of God” refers to the nation of Israel. The nation of Israel was chosen by God and set apart from the other nations of the world in order to serve and obey him. +* In the New Testament, the phrase “people of God” refers to the "Church," meaning everyone who believes in Jesus. This includes both Jews and Gentiles. In the New Testament, sometimes this group of people is called the "sons of God" or "children of God." +* When God uses the phrase “my people,” he is referring to people who have a covenant relationship with him. God’s people are chosen by him, and he wants them to live in a way that is pleasing to him. ## Translation Suggestions: