Phi-rơ đáp lời và thưa với Ngài, “Thầy xem, chúng con đã bỏ tất cả để theo Thầy. Rồi đây chúng con sẽ được gì chăng?”
Điều này có nghĩa gì?
Peter asks Jesus what they will receive since they have given up everything to follow him. Peter speaks for the disciples, questioning their reward.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine you left your favorite toys at home to go on a trip with your best friend. You might ask, 'What do I get for leaving my toys behind?' That's what Peter is asking Jesus about following him.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
The Gospel of Matthew was written by one of Jesus' disciples around AD 80-90, aimed at Jewish Christians. In this context, giving up everything to follow a teacher was significant and rare.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
Consider a scenario where you quit your job to pursue a passion or help others. You might wonder what rewards await you for such sacrifices. This verse encourages us to trust in the fulfillment of promises made by Jesus.
Peter expects a specific reward for the sacrifice of leaving everything behind to follow Jesus. He seeks assurance that their sacrifices will be recognized.
Does this verse promise material rewards?
While not explicitly promising material rewards, it emphasizes the value and recognition of one's faithfulness in following Christ above earthly possessions.
How can we apply Peter’s question to our lives today?
We can trust that when we sacrifice for God, He will reward us in ways beyond what we could imagine or earn through our own efforts.
What does this verse teach about faith and sacrifice?
It teaches that true faith often involves significant personal sacrifices but these are recognized and rewarded by God, fostering deeper trust and commitment to Him.