Mark 4:20

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

また、良い地にまかれたものとは、こういう人たちのことである。御言を聞いて受けいれ、三十倍、六十倍、百倍の実を結ぶのである」。

この聖句の意味

This verse describes people who hear and understand the word of God and produce a lot of spiritual fruit. Jesus is speaking, using an analogy about seeds in good soil to explain how some people respond positively to his teachings.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you plant seeds in your garden. Some grow into big plants with lots of flowers or vegetables. This verse talks about people who hear God's message and become like those healthy, fruitful plants!

歴史的背景

Mark, one of Jesus' followers, wrote this passage around AD 60-70 for early Christians, describing the teachings of Jesus in a way that was meaningful to them within the context of first-century Judaism and the Greco-Roman world.

今日への適用

In modern times, this verse can be applied when someone listens to a sermon or Bible study and then goes on to share their faith actively with others, leading to more people coming to know Christ. For example, an individual who hears about God's love at church might start volunteering in their community, inspiring others.

トピック

• fruitfulness
• faith
• hearing God's word
• spiritual growth
• discipleship
• teaching

関連する聖句

• Matthew 13:8
• Luke 8:15
• John 15:5
• Galatians 5:22-23
• James 1:25

よくある質問

What does it mean by sowing seeds on good ground?

Sowing seeds on good ground means planting the word of God in a receptive heart where it can grow and bear fruit, just like seeds planted in fertile soil.

Can you give examples of spiritual fruit mentioned in Mark 4:20?

Spiritual fruits include love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, as described in Galatians 5:22-23.

How can someone ensure they are hearing God's word correctly?

To hear God's word correctly involves regular Bible study, prayer for understanding, and seeking wisdom through community like a church or small group discussions.

What does it mean by thirtyfold, sixty, and an hundredfold?

Thirtyfold, sixty, and a hundredfold refer to the varying degrees of spiritual fruitfulness one can achieve after hearing and receiving God's word in their lives. It emphasizes that each person's response may differ but all result in significant growth.