Job 33:14
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse from Job says that God speaks to people, sometimes more than once, but humans often do not notice or understand these messages. The speaker here is Elihu, who is trying to explain God's ways to Job. The key message is that God communicates, but we must be attentive to perceive it.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine if your mom or dad calls you from another room. They might say your name once or twice, but if you're playing a game or watching TV, you might not hear them. This verse says that God is like that too—He talks to us, but we might miss it if we're not listening carefully.
歴史的背景
Job 33:14 is part of the Book of Job, written around 7th to 6th century BC. The book addresses the question of why the righteous suffer and is a dialogue between Job and his friends, including Elihu. The audience is people who are struggling to understand God's purpose in their suffering.
今日への適用
In modern life, this verse can be applied to times when we face challenges or make decisions. God might be trying to guide us through these situations, but if we are too distracted by our own thoughts or emotions, we might miss His guidance. It's important to seek quiet moments to listen for His voice.