Matthew 4:17

Japanese 1988 (Seisho Shinkyoudoyaku 聖書 新共同訳)

そのときから、イエスは、「悔い改めよ。天の国は近づいた」と言って、宣べ伝え始められた。

この聖句の意味

In this verse from Matthew, Jesus starts to preach a message of repentance because the kingdom of heaven is coming soon. The key message here is about turning away from sin and being prepared for God's rule.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek with your friends. Your friend finds a really good hiding spot, but it’s time to come out. Jesus is like that friend saying, 'Come out of the bad hiding spots because I'm here now.'

歴史的背景

Matthew wrote this verse in his Gospel, likely around 80-90 AD, aimed at early Christian communities who were primarily Jewish converts. It was a time when many Jews expected a messianic figure to bring about God's kingdom.

今日への適用

Today, imagine someone realizes they've been making unhealthy choices and decides it’s time for change. This verse encourages us to acknowledge our wrongs, seek forgiveness, and commit to living differently in preparation for what God has planned.

トピック

• repentance
• kingdom of heaven
• salvation
• Jesus' ministry
• turning away from sin
• preparation for God's kingdom

関連する聖句

• Mark 1:15
• Luke 4:21
• Isaiah 40:3-5
• Revelation 11:15
• Acts 3:19

よくある質問

What does it mean to repent in this verse?

Repenting means acknowledging your sins and deciding to turn away from them, towards a life that aligns with God's will.

Why is the kingdom of heaven mentioned as 'at hand'?

The phrase emphasizes urgency. Jesus is saying that the time for the fulfillment of God’s promise and rule is now closer than ever before.

How can this verse help someone starting a new spiritual journey?

It encourages new believers to examine their lives, seek forgiveness, and commit to living in accordance with God's will as they prepare for His kingdom.

What does Matthew 4:17 tell us about Jesus' mission?

This verse shows that Jesus came to initiate a new era where people could receive salvation through repentance and the coming of God’s rule.