Psalms 105:21
Japanese Contemporary (リビングバイブル)
この聖句の意味
This verse talks about Joseph, who was made the leader of the household and the manager of all the possessions of Pharaoh in Egypt. It shows how God elevated Joseph to a position of great responsibility and authority.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you have a friend who becomes the boss of your school's cafeteria and gets to manage all the snacks. That's kind of what happened to Joseph in Egypt. He was put in charge of all the food and stuff in the big house.
歴史的背景
Psalms 105 was likely written by a psalmist during the time of King David. This psalm recounts the history of Israel, including the story of Joseph, to remind the Israelites of God's faithfulness and power.
今日への適用
In modern times, this verse reminds us that God can place us in positions of responsibility and authority, even in challenging circumstances. It encourages us to trust God to guide our careers and decisions.