John 13:20

French NEG79 1979 (Segond Nouvelle Edition de Genève 1979)

En vérité, en vérité, je vous le dis, celui qui reçoit celui que j'aurai envoyé me reçoit, et celui qui me reçoit, reçoit celui qui m'a envoyé.

Que signifie ce verset ?

In this verse from John's Gospel, Jesus says that whoever accepts those he sends is accepting him, and by accepting him, they are also accepting God who sent him. This emphasizes the importance of receiving others as a way to honor Jesus and God.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you're playing with your friends and your mom asks one friend to bring you an important message. If you listen to that friend, it's like you're listening to your mom. In this verse, Jesus is saying if we welcome the people he sends to us, it's like welcoming him and God too!

Contexte historique

This verse comes from John's Gospel, written around 90-100 AD by John, one of Jesus' disciples. It was intended for both Jewish and Gentile Christians who needed guidance on how to interact with missionaries sent out by the early Christian communities.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In today’s world, this verse can apply when we receive new members in a community or workplace. Welcoming them means respecting not just them but also those who recommended them, like managers or team leaders.

Thèmes

• reception
• missionaries
• discipleship
• authority
• respect
• trust

Versets liés

• Matthew 10:40
• Mark 9:37
• Luke 10:16
• John 15:20
• Galatians 4:18

Questions fréquentes

Why is receiving those Jesus sends important?

Receiving those Jesus sends shows respect and trust in God's work, which ultimately means honoring both the messenger and Jesus himself.

Who are considered as 'sent' by Jesus today?

Today, anyone who shares the Gospel or works for Christian ministries can be seen as sent by Jesus, carrying his message to others.

Can we extend this principle beyond religious settings?

Yes, this principle can apply in various contexts where welcoming someone means respecting those they represent, like in business referrals or community introductions.

How does this relate to discipleship?

Discipleship involves not only following Jesus but also supporting and receiving his messengers, reinforcing the bond within the Christian community.