Indonesian AMD 2021 (Perjanjian Baru: Alkitab Mudah Dibaca)
Setiap orang yang sudah meninggalkan rumahnya, saudaranya laki-laki, saudaranya perempuan, ayahnya, ibunya, anak-anaknya, atau ladangnya karena mengikuti Aku, akan menerima 100 kali lipat. Dan mereka akan menerima hidup yang kekal.
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Jesus says that anyone who gives up things like family or possessions for his sake will get back much more, including everlasting life. This promise is about the rewards of following Jesus.
Penjelasan untuk anak-anak
Imagine you have a toy box full of your favorite toys. If you gave all those toys away to help someone in need, God promises you'll get even more special things and a wonderful forever home with him!
Latar belakang sejarah
Matthew wrote this Gospel around AD 80-90 for Jewish Christians, emphasizing Jesus' teachings as fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. The cultural setting was one where family ties were very strong.
Penerapan hari ini
A modern scenario could be a young professional who decides to give up a high-paying job to serve in a remote area helping the poor and sick, trusting God will provide.