2 Timoti 4 - Kalanga Bible (KBTP)

He began to speak boldly in the synagogue. When Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him to their home and explained to him the way of God more adequately.-2

The season of love is a time to reflect on stories of deep, enduring affection. While many love stories focus on romance alone, the story of Priscilla and Aquila in the Bible showcases a love built on faith, purpose, and shared ministry. Their relationship was not just about companionship; it was a divine partnership that impacted the early Church.

Love in Exile: A Journey Together

Priscilla and Aquila first appear in Scripture as Jewish tentmakers who had been forced to leave Rome due to Emperor Claudius’ decree. In Acts 18:2, Paul meets them in Corinth:

“There he met a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, who had recently come from Italy with his wife Priscilla, because Claudius had ordered all Jews to leave Rome. Paul went to see them.” (Acts 18:2, NIV)

Despite their displacement, they remained together, demonstrating resilience through life’s challenges. Their love was not just for each other but for the work God had set before them.

A Love That Serves

Not only were they devoted to one another, but they were also deeply committed to God’s work. When Paul arrived in Corinth, he stayed with them and worked alongside them as a tentmaker (Acts 18:3). Their hospitality and willingness to serve made them an essential part of Paul’s ministry.

“And because he was a tentmaker as they were, he stayed and worked with them.” (Acts 18:3, NIV)

Priscilla and Aquila opened their home, not only to Paul but to many believers, turning it into a hub for ministry. Their love was one that served—both each other and the Church.

A Love That Teaches

One of the most beautiful aspects of their relationship was their shared commitment to discipleship. In Acts 18:24-26, they encountered Apollos, a gifted speaker who lacked a full understanding of the gospel. Instead of criticizing him publicly, they took him aside and taught him more accurately:

“He began to speak boldly in the synagogue. When Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him to their home and explained to him the way of God more adequately.” (Acts 18:26, NIV)

Their love was not selfish—it extended to mentoring and nurturing others in the faith. They worked as a team, showing that ministry can be stronger when done together.

A Love That Risks Everything

Priscilla and Aquila were not only teachers and hosts—they were courageous. In Romans 16:3-4, Paul acknowledges them as fellow workers who risked their lives for him:

“Greet Priscilla and Aquila, my co-workers in Christ Jesus. They risked their lives for me. Not only I but all the churches of the Gentiles are grateful to them.” (Romans 16:3-4, NIV)

Their love was sacrificial, willing to endure hardship and danger for the sake of the gospel. They stood side by side, not just in daily life, but in moments of great risk.

A Love That Builds the Church

Beyond their personal relationship, Priscilla and Aquila were dedicated to strengthening the Church. In 1 Corinthians 16:19, Paul mentions how the church met in their home:

“The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Priscilla greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house.” (1 Corinthians 16:19, NIV)

Their home was not just a place of rest—it was a sanctuary for believers. Together, they created an atmosphere where faith could flourish.

A Love That Lasts

The final mention of them in 2 Timothy 4:19 shows that, years later, they were still serving the Lord:

“Greet Priscilla and Aquila and the household of Onesiphorus.” (2 Timothy 4:19, NIV)

Even in later years, their love for each other and for God’s work remained steadfast.

Conclusion

Priscilla and Aquila’s story is not just about romance, it’s about a partnership that glorifies God. Their love was deeply rooted in faith, service, and mission. This Valentine’s season, may their story inspire us to pursue relationships that are built not just on emotions, but on a shared commitment to something greater.

Would you like to cultivate a love that lasts? Follow their example, serve together, grow together, and keep God at the center of your love story.

1 Ndokulaya mbeli kwe Ndzimu na Kirisiti Jesu, iye unowosumikilisa batjili ne bafi nenge kuboneka kukwe ne bushe gugwe nditi, 2 sumikila dama, ugale wakazwilulwamisa misi ili iyo kene isi iyo, shandula, tjemela, ukulumbidze, ube ne moyonlefu kwazo, udiya nge njele. 3 Ngobe tjibaka tjowozha panowoti bathu bakasimililane ne zwidiyo zwakalulwama. Koga, kugutsha njemulo dzabo, banowokubunganya bezwipoteledza nge badiyi banjinji banodiya tjabanoshaka zebe dzabo dzitjihwa. 4 Banowozwina zebe dzabo mukuhwa malebeswa ngono bakahwilila ngano dze manyepkhwa. 5 Koga iwe, uzwiibhate mu zwibaka zose, simisila mu kudziyila, dzwala ndebo mbuya, shinga nshingo we Ndzimu nge buzhalo.

6 Ngobe imi ndatjibe mu tjimo tje kuthamiwa tjibhayilo ne tjibaka tje kuyenda kwangu tjazha. 7 Ndakagwa ngwa yakalulwama, ndakapedza kulabuka, ndakabhatilila bugalimoyo. 8 Ngwenu ndakabiganyidzigwa tjiala tje ndulamo, itjo She, Nsumikilisi wakalulwama, tjaanowondipa mu zhuba ilelo, kusi imi ndoga, koga na ibo bose bakalinda nge ludo kuboneka kukwe.

Matama e bupelo

9 Gwisa kwazo kuzha kundili tjinyolotjo, 10 ngobe Demasi, nge kuda shango iyeyi kukwe, wakandifupatila kayenda ku Tesalonika. Kiresikensi wakayenda ku Galatiya ngono Tito kayenda ku Dalimatiya. 11 Luke ndiye yega unami. Shaka Mako ubuye naye, ngobe unondibhatsha kwazo mu nshingo wangu. 12 Ndakatumila Tikikasi ku Efeso. 13 Ha uzha uzhe ne hazu yandakasiya kuna Karipo ku Tiroasi nenge hwalo dzangu, kwazo kwazo dze ganda.

14 Alekizanda nthuli we tshipi, wakandihwisa zogwadza kwazo. She banowompa mbhayilo we tjaakathama. 15 Nawe uzwilise munli, ngobe wakanyanyayidza thumo yedu kwazo.

16 Ndakati ndizwimilila mu ndebo gwe kutanga akuna wakama nami, koga bose bakandifupatila. Dzene bangasabong'wa nlandu ngekwa ikoku! 17 Koga She bakama nami bakandipa masimba kuti ndizo bandishingise kuleba dama nge buzhalo, kuti ne Bezwitjaba bose balihwe. Ngono ndakaanguligwa mu nlomo we shumba. 18 She banowondiangulila mu bubi gose bakanditjidzila bushe gwe kudzimu. Ngakube nge gudzo ku bali, nge kusingapele kose. Ngakujalo.

Dumiliso

Priscilla and Aquila: A Love Story Rooted in Faith and Purpose

19 Dumilisa Purisila na Akhwila ne be nsha wa Onesiforo. 20 Erasito wakasala mu Korinta, ngono ndakasiya Tirofimo mu Mileto egwala. 21 Gwisa kuti uzhe ngeno kusathu kukabe mu mbaba.

Yebhulosi unokudumilisa na Pudenisi na Lino na Kilaudiya ne zwikamu zose zomudumilisabo.

22 Dzene She bangabe nawe.

Ngoni ngadzibe namwi.