Đối với những kẻ ấy, Ta sẽ chọn điều tai ương cho chúng, Cho xảy ra điều khiến chúng kinh hoàng, Bởi vì khi Ta gọi, chẳng ai thèm đáp lại, Khi Ta phán, chúng chẳng muốn lắng nghe; Nhưng chúng cứ làm điều ác trước mắt Ta; Và cứ chọn làm những điều Ta không thích.”
Điều này có nghĩa gì?
In this verse from Isaiah, God speaks and expresses His disappointment with people who ignored Him and chose their own delusions and fears instead of listening to Him. God decides to bring upon them the consequences of their choices.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine you invite your friend to play but they ignore you and play with toys they made up. This verse is like God saying, 'Since you chose to play with your own make-believe games instead of playing with me, I'll let you deal with the problems that come from those games.'
Bối cảnh lịch sử
Isaiah, a prophet, wrote this verse around 700 BCE to the people of Israel. He spoke to them during a time of societal decline, reminding them of God's calls and their lack of response.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
A modern scenario could be a person who ignores their health warnings and continues harmful habits, only to face serious health issues later, similar to how God describes bringing upon people the consequences of their choices.