John 21:7
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
In this verse from John's Gospel, the disciple whom Jesus loved (John) tells Peter that it is indeed Jesus on the shore. When Peter hears this, he quickly puts on his coat because he was naked and jumps into the water to get to Jesus.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're swimming with your friends and suddenly one of them spots a superhero on the beach! Your friend yells out that it's really them, so excitedly, even though you're all wet and just wearing your swimsuit, you jump back into the water to swim over and see the superhero up close.
歴史的背景
This verse is from the Gospel of John, written by the Apostle John around the end of the first century AD. The audience was likely early Christians, including both Jewish converts and Gentiles. This scene depicts a familiar moment where Jesus appears to his disciples after his resurrection, showing their immediate recognition and response.
今日への適用
In today's context, this verse can remind us that when we recognize God’s presence in our lives, like Peter jumping into the sea, we should be eager to connect with Him directly. For example, if you hear a friend share about a meaningful experience with God, it might inspire you to seek your own direct encounter.