Matthew 3:8

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

だから、悔改めにふさわしい実を結べ。

この聖句の意味

In Matthew 3:8, John the Baptist is speaking to people who have come to him for baptism. He tells them they need to show that they are truly sorry for their sins by doing good things and being kind to others.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have a tree in your garden. If the tree has bad fruit, it means something's wrong inside the tree. John is saying if we want God to be happy with us, we need to show we are better on the inside by doing good things outside, like helping others.

歴史的背景

Matthew wrote this verse as part of his gospel, likely around AD 80-90, aimed at a Jewish-Christian audience. John the Baptist was calling people to repentance before the coming of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the need for genuine change in their lives.

今日への適用

If someone has wronged you but now wants forgiveness, they should show it by treating others well and making amends where possible. This could mean a friend who lied but now listens and supports you when you need help.

トピック

• repentance
• fruits of the spirit
• salvation
• good works
• forgiveness
• change

関連する聖句

• Ezekiel 18:30
• Luke 3:8-9
• Acts 26:20
• Romans 6:22
• James 2:14-26

よくある質問

Does this verse only apply to baptism?

No, while John the Baptist was speaking about baptism, the principle of showing genuine change through good actions applies broadly in our lives.

What are examples of fruits of repentance?

Fruits of repentance include acts like honesty, kindness, and helping others. These show a heart that has truly changed for the better.

How do you know if your actions show true repentance?

Actions showing true repentance are consistent with God's will and reflect genuine sorrow for past sins, demonstrated through ongoing good behavior.

Is repentance only about feeling sorry?

Repentance involves more than just feeling sorry; it includes a change in actions to align with God's standards, as shown by the fruits of our lives.