John 11:21

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마르다 가 예수 께 말씀드렸다. “주님, 주께서 여기 계셨더라면 제 오빠가 죽지 않았을 것입니다.

이 구절의 의미

Martha tells Jesus that if He had been there when her brother Lazarus was sick, he wouldn't have died. This verse shows Martha's faith and hope in Jesus' power to heal.

어린이를 위한 설명

Imagine you lost your favorite toy because no one was around to help you find it. That's kind of like what Martha is saying to Jesus—she wishes He had been there when her brother got sick, so he could have helped him get better.

역사적 배경

The Gospel of John, written by the disciple John in the late first century AD, was aimed at believers and those considering belief. The story reflects Jewish culture and beliefs about life after death and divine intervention.

오늘의 적용

When facing tough situations today, people often wonder what could have happened if someone had been there to help. Martha's plea reminds us that sometimes we must trust in God even when circumstances seem hopeless.

주제

• faith
• hope
• loss
• resurrection
• trust
• prayer

관련 구절

• John 14:2
• Luke 7:13-15
• Matthew 8:26
• Acts 9:40-41
• Psalm 130:1

자주 묻는 질문

Why does Martha say this to Jesus?

Martha is expressing her frustration but also her deep faith. She believes that if Jesus was present, he could have healed Lazarus.

What can we learn from Martha's statement?

We can learn about the importance of trusting God even when it seems late or too difficult for him to help.

How does this relate to other stories in the Bible?

This story is similar to others where Jesus performs miracles, showing his power over death and disease, like raising Jairus' daughter (Matthew 9:18-26).

Why is this verse important for Christians today?

It reminds believers of God’s sovereignty and the importance of faith in times of crisis or loss.