John 16:20
Japanese 2017 (バイブル: 新約聖書)
この聖句の意味
Jesus says that his followers will face times of sadness and the world may celebrate, but their sorrow will eventually turn into joy. This is a promise that difficult times won't last forever.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you lost your favorite toy and were really sad about it. But then, your parents surprise you with an even better toy! Jesus is saying something like this: there might be hard days when you feel very sad, but those tough moments will lead to happier times later on.
歴史的背景
The Gospel of John was written by the Apostle John around AD 90-100. This verse comes from Jesus' final words to his disciples before his crucifixion and resurrection. It reflects a time when early Christians faced persecution but also had hope in their faith.
今日への適用
Consider a scenario where you lose your job, leading to a period of worry and sadness. But during this time, you find new opportunities or pursue passions that lead to greater personal fulfillment and joy than before.