John 5:6

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

イエスはその人が横になっているのを見、また長い間わずらっていたのを知って、その人に「なおりたいのか」と言われた。

この聖句の意味

In John 5:6, Jesus sees a man who has been sick for a long time and asks if he wants to be healed. This shows Jesus' compassion and concern for the suffering.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you've had a really bad cold for months and months, and then one day your friend comes up to you and says, 'Hey, do you want to feel better?' That's kind of what Jesus did here—he saw someone who was very sick and asked if he wanted to get well.

歴史的背景

The Gospel of John was written by the Apostle John around 90 AD. This passage is set in Jerusalem, where a man has been lying by a pool called Bethesda for many years. The culture believed that the first person into the pool when it stirred would be healed.

今日への適用

Think about someone you know who might be going through a hard time. Instead of just feeling bad for them, ask if there's something specific they need or want to change in their situation. This verse shows how Jesus cares deeply and takes action.

トピック

• healing
• compassion
• hope
• need for God's help
• Jesus' miracles
• salvation

関連する聖句

• Exodus 15:26
• Psalm 103:3
• Isaiah 53:4-5
• Mark 1:29-34
• Luke 5:17-26

よくある質問

Why did Jesus ask if the man wanted to be made whole rather than just healing him?

Jesus often asked questions to prompt people to think about their needs and desires. This helps them take an active part in receiving God's help.

What can we learn from the man’s response?

We don't know his answer, but it shows that sometimes a person needs to be ready or willing for healing or change to occur.

How does this verse show Jesus' compassion?

Jesus noticed the man's suffering and took the time to engage with him directly, showing genuine care and concern.

What role does faith play in healing according to this verse?

The man’s willingness to be healed might suggest that believing in God's power is a crucial part of receiving divine help.