Luke 3:18

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

こうしてヨハネはほかにもなお、さまざまの勧めをして、民衆に教を説いた。

この聖句の意味

This verse says that John the Baptist taught many other things to the people as he encouraged them to change their ways and follow God more closely. It shows how John was a very active preacher, sharing important messages with his audience.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine your teacher not just teaching one lesson but lots of lessons every day to help you learn better. That's what John the Baptist did—he taught many things to people to help them understand God better.

歴史的背景

Luke wrote this verse around 60-80 AD for a broader audience, including non-Jews. The cultural setting was one where Jewish religious leaders and Roman authorities were influential, and John the Baptist's preaching was part of the backdrop leading up to Jesus' ministry.

今日への適用

Today, we can apply this by recognizing that our faith journey involves many teachings and encouragements from others. Whether it’s a pastor, mentor, or friend, these voices help us grow closer to God. Just like John taught people to live righteously, we too can influence those around us positively.

トピック

• preaching
• teachings
• faith growth
• encouragement
• religious leaders
• God's messengers

関連する聖句

• Matthew 3:7-12
• Mark 1:4-8
• John 3:16
• Romans 10:9-15
• Hebrews 4:12

よくある質問

Who is speaking in this verse?

John the Baptist is not directly speaking here, but Luke is describing what John did. The verse speaks about John teaching and encouraging people.

What does 'exhortation' mean in this context?

Exhortation means to strongly encourage or advise someone. In this case, it describes John the Baptist urging people to live righteously and follow God's teachings.

Why is continuous teaching important?

Continuous teaching helps deepen one’s understanding of faith and guides individuals in living a life aligned with spiritual principles.

How can we apply this verse in our everyday lives?

We can apply this by seeking out diverse sources of spiritual guidance and sharing what we learn to encourage others on their faith journey.