Matthew 20:28

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De la misma manera, el Hijo del hombre no vino a que le sirvan, sino a servir, y a dar su vida como rescate para muchos.”

¿Qué significa esto?

This verse is from Jesus himself, explaining that he did not come to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a sacrifice for many people. It highlights the selfless nature of Christ's mission.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you have a favorite toy that you love very much, but one day your friend is really sad because they lost their favorite toy. You decide to give them your toy to make them happy again. That’s like what Jesus did for us—he gave up something very precious so we could be happy and safe.

Contexto histórico

This verse comes from the Gospel of Matthew, written by Matthew, one of Jesus' disciples, around AD 80-90. It was written to Jewish Christians to show how Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies about a coming Messiah who would sacrifice himself for others.

Aplicación para hoy

In our daily lives, we can apply this verse by choosing to serve others rather than seeking personal gain. For example, volunteering at a local shelter or helping a friend in need without expecting anything in return reflects Jesus' teaching here.

Temas

• service
• salvation
• ransom
• self-sacrifice
• Christian mission
• redemption

Versículos relacionados

• Mark 10:45
• Isaiah 53:12
• John 13:1-17
• Philippians 2:6-8
• Hebrews 9:12

Preguntas frecuentes

Why did Jesus give his life as a ransom for many?

Jesus gave his life as a ransom because he wanted to show the ultimate example of love and sacrifice. By doing so, he provided salvation to those who believe in him.

Can you explain the concept of 'ransom' in this verse?

In this context, 'ransom' refers to Jesus paying the price for humanity’s sins through his death on the cross. It means he took upon himself the punishment that humans deserved.

How does Matthew 20:28 relate to serving others?

This verse encourages believers to follow Christ's example by serving others without expecting anything in return, reflecting the selfless act of Jesus who came to serve rather than be served.

What is the significance of 'many' in this verse?

'Many' emphasizes that while Jesus died for all humanity, it specifically highlights those who accept his sacrifice and come to faith through believing in him.