2 Chronicles 12:14
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse tells us about a king who did wrong because he did not truly care about seeking God. The verse is about the consequences of not prioritizing a relationship with God.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you have a best friend, but you never spend time talking or playing with them. Your friend might feel sad because you're not making an effort to be close. Similarly, this verse says that the king did bad things because he didn't try to be close to God.
歴史的背景
2 Chronicles was written by the Chronicler, likely after the Babylonian exile, around the 5th century BCE. It was written for the returning exiles to remind them of their history and the importance of faithfulness to God.
今日への適用
Consider a scenario where someone has a successful career but feels unfulfilled because they haven't made time for their spiritual life. This verse reminds us that true fulfillment comes from making God a priority.