Numbers 14:31
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse is from God speaking to the Israelites. He says that the children who were too young to understand will enter the Promised Land, while the adults who doubted God will not. The key message is about God's faithfulness and the consequences of doubt.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you have a special toy you've always wanted. But when you finally get a chance to play with it, you say you don't want it. A friend tells you that even though you don't want the toy now, they'll make sure your little brother or sister gets to play with it instead. That's like what God is saying here.
歴史的背景
The book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. It describes the Israelites' journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. This verse comes after the Israelites sent spies into Canaan, and the spies' report made the people afraid and doubt God's promise.
今日への適用
Imagine a teenager who refuses a scholarship because they doubt they can succeed. Their parents might say, 'You might not go, but we'll make sure your younger sibling gets this opportunity.' This verse teaches that God keeps His promises, even when we don't believe.