Xchˈaw cˈu ri Jesús, xubij chque: Kas tzij quinbij chiwe, copan na jun kˈij aretak cäban cˈacˈ che ronojel. Aretak ri in, in riˈ ri Ralcˈual ri Dios ri Kas Winak, quincuˈbi na pa ri jeˈlalaj nu tˈuyulibal, cänimarisax nu kˈij, are chiˈ cˈut chi ri ix, ri ix ri cˈo wucˈ quixcuˈbi na xukujeˈ pa cablajuj jeˈlalaj tak tˈuyulibal. Quikˈat cˈu na tzij pa qui wiˈ ri cablajuj tinimit re Israel.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Jesus tells his disciples that after he returns to heaven and they follow him faithfully, they will sit on thrones as judges over the twelve tribes of Israel during a new era of God's reign.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game with your friends. Jesus says if you play well and stay true to him, one day you'll get special jobs, like being in charge of big groups of people just like he is!
Historical Background
This verse comes from the Gospel of Matthew, written around AD 80-90 for a primarily Jewish-Christian audience. The cultural setting was one where the hope for a future messianic reign influenced expectations and interpretations.
Living It Out Today
In today's context, this verse encourages believers to remain faithful in their service to Christ, knowing that their efforts are part of God's larger plan for restoration and justice in the world.