Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
«Men du, Israels folk, er Min tjener. Du er Jakob, som Jeg har valgt ut. Du er Min venn Abrahams etterkommer. Jeg grep deg fra jordens ender og kalte deg fra de ytterste kanter og sa til deg: ‘Du er Min tjener, Jeg har valgt deg ut og ikke forkastet deg.’
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God is speaking to Israel and Jacob, reminding them that they are His chosen servants and the descendants of Abraham, His friend. The key message is God's special relationship with His people.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a best friend who always picks you for their team. That's like God choosing Israel and Jacob. He says, 'You're special to me, just like your great-great-grandpa Abraham was.'
Historical Background
The verse comes from the book of Isaiah, written around 700 BCE by the prophet Isaiah. It was written to encourage the Israelites, who were often facing difficult times, reminding them of God's special relationship with them.
Living It Out Today
When you feel overlooked or undervalued, remember that God sees you as His special servant. Think about how you can serve others in your community, just as Israel was called to serve God.