John 13:32

French Bible (BBB) Bible Bovet Bonnet (1900)

Si Dieu a été glorifié en lui, Dieu aussi le glorifiera en lui-même, et il le glorifiera bientôt.

Que signifie ce verset ?

Jesus is speaking and says that if God is glorified through him, then God will also glorify Jesus in return very soon. This means that God’s honor comes back to Him through His actions.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you share your toys with a friend because your mom asked you to be kind. Your mom sees this and gives you an extra cookie as a reward for being good. It's like God says, 'If I see Jesus doing something great, I'll make sure He gets praised too.'

Contexte historique

John wrote his Gospel around 90 AD, aimed at a mixed audience of Jewish and Gentile Christians. This verse is part of Jesus' farewell discourse before His crucifixion, emphasizing the relationship between God and Christ.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Consider a scenario where you work hard on a project for your boss. If the boss sees value in your effort (God glorified through you), they might give you recognition or a promotion (glorifying you).

Thèmes

• glorification
• divine relationship
• salvation
• faithfulness
• praise
• recognition

Versets liés

• John 8:54
• Philippians 2:9-11
• Psalm 72:18-19
• Isaiah 60:19-20
• Ephesians 3:21

Questions fréquentes

Why does Jesus say God will 'straightway glorify him'?

Jesus foretells a quick and imminent glorification, referring to his resurrection and ascension where he is exalted by God.

How can someone apply this verse in their daily life?

One can strive to glorify God through actions and words, trusting that God will reciprocate with honor and blessing.

What does 'glorified' mean in this context?

'Glorified' means being made famous or honored, here referring to the exaltation of Jesus by God for his faithful service.

How does John 13:32 connect with other parts of the Bible?

It connects with themes of divine honor and reciprocal love found throughout both the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing God's promise to reward those who glorify Him.