Luke 18:31

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Jesús llevó consigo a los doce discípulos aparte, y les dijo: “Vamos hacia Jerusalén, y todo lo que los profetas escribieron sobre el Hijo del hombre, se cumplirá.

¿Qué significa esto?

In this verse from Luke's Gospel, Jesus is speaking to his twelve disciples and tells them that they are going up to Jerusalem where all the prophesies about him will come true. This means that everything foretold by ancient prophets concerning the Messiah would be fulfilled.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you're playing a game of hide-and-seek, but this time you know exactly when and where everyone is hiding because someone told you before the game started. Jesus here knows all about his journey to Jerusalem just like that, as he was told by old prophets what would happen.

Contexto histórico

Luke wrote this Gospel around 80-100 AD for a Greek-speaking audience familiar with both Jewish and Gentile cultures. This verse shows how Jesus prepared his closest followers for the upcoming events in Jerusalem, fulfilling ancient prophecies about him.

Aplicación para hoy

Just like Jesus knew what was coming and prepared himself and his disciples, it's important to be aware of challenges or changes ahead and prepare accordingly. For example, if you know there’s a big test coming up at school, start studying early rather than waiting till the last minute.

Temas

• prophecy
• fulfillment
• salvation
• discipleship
• Jerusalem
• Messiah

Versículos relacionados

• Isaiah 53:1-12
• Daniel 9:26
• Matthew 17:22
• Mark 10:33
• Acts 3:18

Preguntas frecuentes

Why did Jesus tell his disciples what would happen in Jerusalem?

Jesus was preparing them for the upcoming events, including his death and resurrection. This knowledge could help fortify their faith and understanding of his mission.

What kind of things were prophesied about the Son of Man by ancient prophets?

Ancient prophets foretold various aspects of Jesus' life, including his suffering, death, resurrection, and ascension. These details were to be fulfilled in Jerusalem.

How does this verse show the importance of prophecy in Christianity?

This verse highlights how prophecies from ancient texts are integral to understanding Jesus' mission as they predicted key events that would come true, including his crucifixion and resurrection.

What can we learn about faith from this verse?

We learn the importance of trusting in God's plans even when facing difficult times. Just as Jesus prepared for what lay ahead with confidence, we too should trust God’s plan for our lives.