John 15:20

Spanish Version Is Called = Free Bible Version or (Versión Biblia Libre = VBL) - Public Domain - http://www.freebibleversion.org/ - Copyright © 2018 Jonathan Gallagher y Shelly Barrios de Avila

“Recuerden lo que les dije: los siervos no son más importantes que su amo. Si ellos me persiguen a mí, los perseguirán a ustedes también. Si hicieron lo que yo les dije, harán lo que ustedes les digan también.

¿Qué significa esto?

In John 15:20, Jesus reminds his followers that if they face persecution, it's because he was persecuted first. He says that those who respect and follow him will also respect and listen to his disciples.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you have a best friend at school named Alex. If some kids are mean to Alex, they might be mean to you too because you're friends. But if the nice kids like Alex, they'll probably like you as well. Jesus is saying that people will treat us just like how they treated him.

Contexto histórico

The Gospel of John was written around 90-100 AD by an unnamed author traditionally identified as John, one of Jesus' disciples. This passage reflects the early Christian community's experience of facing persecution and misunderstanding from others who did not accept their message about Jesus.

Aplicación para hoy

In today’s world, we might face challenges or criticism when standing up for what we believe in, especially if it involves religious beliefs. For instance, a student might face teasing for wearing a cross necklace at school, but this verse reminds us that such reactions are not unique and can be seen as part of the larger journey of faith.

Temas

• persecution
• discipleship
• faithfulness
• suffering for Christ
• resilience
• martyrdom

Versículos relacionados

• Matthew 10:24-25
• Luke 6:22-23
• Acts 9:26
• Philippians 1:29
• 1 Peter 2:21

Preguntas frecuentes

Why is Jesus saying this to his disciples?

Jesus is preparing his disciples for the challenges they will face after he leaves, encouraging them with the knowledge that any persecution they endure mirrors what he experienced.

How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

We can remind ourselves and others that standing up for faith might attract criticism but also respect from those who value integrity and truth, much like Jesus' followers.

Does this mean Christians should seek persecution?

No, the verse is a reminder of potential consequences one may face for following Christ. It does not encourage seeking out persecution; rather, it prepares believers for possible challenges.

What if we don't experience any form of persecution?

The lack of persecution does not invalidate this teaching. The verse also implies that those who respect Jesus will similarly respect and follow his teachings as shared by his disciples.