Matthew 4:10

French (BDS) 2015 (La Bible du Semeur 2015)

Alors Jésus lui dit : Va-t’en, Satan  ! Car il est écrit : Tu adoreras le Seigneur, ton Dieu, et c’est à lui seul que tu rendras un culte.

Que signifie ce verset ?

In Matthew 4:10, Jesus is speaking directly to Satan, telling him to leave because God's word commands us to worship and serve only the Lord.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine if your friend tried to tell you not to listen to your parents. Jesus tells Satan he’s wrong because we should always follow what our Heavenly Father says.

Contexte historique

Matthew, one of Jesus' disciples, wrote this Gospel around 80 AD for a primarily Jewish audience. The context here is the temptation of Christ in the wilderness, where Satan tries to get Jesus to worship him instead of God.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Consider if someone offers you something that seems better than following God's commands—like cheating on a test or lying to avoid trouble—you can remember Jesus' words and stand firm in serving only God.

Thèmes

• worship
• faithfulness
• Satan
• temptation
• service to God
• obedience

Versets liés

• Deuteronomy 6:13
• Joshua 24:15
• Luke 4:8
• Romans 12:1
• Revelation 22:9

Questions fréquentes

Who is 'him only shalt thou serve' referring to in this verse?

It refers to God, emphasizing the exclusive nature of our worship and service to Him alone.

What does 'get thee hence' mean in Matthew 4:10?

This phrase means 'go away,' which is Jesus' command to Satan to leave him during a moment of temptation.

How can this verse help us resist temptation?

It reminds us that our primary duty is to worship and serve God, helping us reject any form of temptation that leads away from Him.

What does Matthew 4:10 teach about the relationship between Jesus and Satan?

This verse shows a clear confrontation, indicating Jesus' authority over Satan and His unwavering commitment to God's will.