Matthew 18:12

Thai Bible 1971 (พระคัมภีร์ไทย ฉบับ 1971)

ท่านทั้งหลายคิดเห็นอย่างไร ถ้าผู้หนึ่งมีแกะอยู่ร้อยตัว ตัวหนึ่งหลงหายไปจากฝูง ผู้นั้นจะไม่ละแกะเก้าสิบเก้าตัวไว้บนภูเขา แล้วไปเที่ยวหาตัวที่หายนั้นหรือ

ข้อนี้หมายความว่าอะไร?

This verse is about a shepherd who leaves ninety-nine sheep to find one that has gone astray. Jesus uses this example to show how God cares deeply for every individual, even if they are just one out of many.

อธิบายสำหรับเด็ก

Imagine you have 100 toys and one gets lost in the park. Would you go back to look for it? Of course! That's like what Jesus is saying: even if there are lots of people around us, God always cares about each person individually.

บริบททางประวัติศาสตร์

This verse appears in Matthew’s gospel, written by a Jewish-Christian author around AD 80-90. It was aimed at early Christian communities, emphasizing the importance of each individual to Jesus and God.

การประยุกต์ใช้วันนี้

Imagine you are part of a team project where one member is struggling. Instead of focusing only on those who can keep up, think about how valuable it is to support that one person, just like the shepherd searching for his lost sheep.

หัวข้อ

• love
• forgiveness
• salvation
• hope
• shepherd imagery
• divine care

ข้อพระคัมภีร์ที่เกี่ยวข้อง

• Luke 15:4-7
• John 10:2-18
• Ezekiel 34:11-16
• Psalm 23:1-6
• Jeremiah 23:3

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คำถามที่พบบ่อย

What is the main message of Matthew 18:12?

The verse teaches that God, like a shepherd, will not abandon anyone. He actively seeks out those who are lost or struggling.

How can we apply this verse in our daily life?

We can be more mindful of people around us who might feel neglected and make an effort to help them, reflecting God's care for all individuals.

What does the shepherd symbolize in Matthew 18:12?

The shepherd symbolizes Jesus, emphasizing his role as a caretaker who seeks out those who are lost and guides them back to safety.

Are there similar verses that discuss God's care for individuals?

Yes, Luke 15:4-7 describes the same parable, showing how God rejoices when a sinner repents. John 10 also speaks of Jesus as the Good Shepherd who cares for his sheep.