John 21:19

Japanese 1965

これは、ペテロがどのような死に方をして、神の栄光を現わすかを示して、言われたことであった。こうお話しになってから、ペテロに言われた。「わたしに従いなさい。」

この聖句の意味

Jesus is talking to Peter about how he will die in a way that honors God. Then Jesus tells Peter to follow him, meaning to continue following his teachings and example.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine if your friend told you how they might help others one day, even when things get really hard. That's what Jesus is telling Peter here—he’s saying Peter will do something brave for God later on. Then he asks Peter to keep being a good follower.

歴史的背景

The Gospel of John was written by the Apostle John around AD 90-100, aimed at early Christian communities to affirm their faith in Jesus as the Messiah. The cultural context includes a mix of Jewish and Greco-Roman influences.

今日への適用

A modern scenario could be a friend who knows they will face a difficult challenge but chooses to stay committed to doing what's right for others. This verse encourages us to remain steadfast in our faith despite knowing future hardships.

トピック

• faithfulness
• sacrifice
• following Jesus
• perseverance
• divine will
• discipleship

関連する聖句

• Acts 12:2
• Luke 9:23
• John 13:36-38
• Philippians 2:8
• Revelation 21:14

よくある質問

Who is speaking in John 21:19?

Jesus is the one speaking directly to Peter, giving him instructions and a prophecy about his future.

What does it mean for Peter to glorify God through death?

It means that even in facing difficult circumstances, like martyrdom, Peter will remain loyal to God and demonstrate his faithfulness, thereby honoring God.

How can this verse apply to our daily lives?

This verse encourages us to stay committed to following Jesus' teachings and exemplify our faith in all aspects of life, even when we face challenges or obstacles.

Why is the instruction 'follow me' significant here?

'Follow me' is a call to continue living by the principles Jesus taught. It emphasizes ongoing discipleship and commitment to Christ's mission after his ascension.