Matthew 11:10

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

『見よ、わたしは使をあなたの先につかわし、あなたの前に、道を整えさせるであろう』と書いてあるのは、この人のことである。

この聖句の意味

This verse from Matthew says Jesus is talking about John the Baptist being the messenger God sent to prepare people for Jesus' coming. It's a reminder that important events are often preceded by preparation.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you're going on a big trip, and your mom sends me ahead to pack everything you'll need. That’s what this verse is saying – God sent John the Baptist before Jesus came, like sending a helper to get things ready for him.

歴史的背景

Matthew wrote this Gospel around 80-90 AD, probably for Jewish Christians in Judea or Syria. This passage reflects how early Christian communities understood the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in the life and ministry of Jesus.

今日への適用

Today, think about how you prepare for big events in your life – like a job interview or a test at school. The verse reminds us to pay attention to those who might be helping clear the path ahead of us.

トピック

• prophesy
• preparation
• messenger
• salvation
• Jesus Christ
• John the Baptist

関連する聖句

• Malachi 3:1
• Luke 7:24-28
• Mark 1:2-3
• Isaiah 40:3
• John 1:6-9

よくある質問

Who is speaking in Matthew 11:10?

Jesus is speaking, referring to John the Baptist as the messenger sent before Him.

What does it mean by 'I send my messenger'?

It means God sent someone ahead of Jesus to prepare people's hearts and minds for His arrival.

How does this verse relate to other parts of the Bible?

This verse is a fulfillment of prophecies in the Old Testament, particularly from Malachi 3:1, about the messenger who would come before God’s presence.

Why is John the Baptist significant in Christianity?

John the Baptist was pivotal as he prepared people for Jesus’ ministry and recognized Him as the Messiah, laying a crucial foundation for early Christian belief.