John 10:32
Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)
Jesus het vir hulle gesê: “Die Vader het gesê Ek moet baie dinge doen, goeie dinge, en Ek het dit gedoen. Julle moet vir My sê oor watter goeie ding wil julle My doodgooi met klippe.”
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from John's Gospel, Jesus is talking to some people who want to stone him. He asks them why they are doing this when he has done many good things for them.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your friend did lots of nice things for you but then got upset and wanted to throw stones at you. That would be silly, right? Jesus is asking the people who want to hurt him why they're doing that when he's only tried to help.
Historical Background
The Gospel of John was written around 90-100 AD by an anonymous author believed to have been a disciple named John. The audience included both Jews and early Christians living in the Greco-Roman world, where stoning was a form of execution for certain crimes or offenses.
Living It Out Today
When someone does something nice for you but then you end up feeling angry at them anyway, it's worth asking yourself why that might be. Are your feelings based on something else? Maybe you're frustrated about other things and taking it out on the wrong person.
Topics
forgivenessjudgmentgood workspersecutionfaithsalvation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why were they trying to stone Jesus?
The people wanted to stone Jesus because he claimed to be God, which was considered blasphemy according to their religious laws.
What are some examples of 'good works' that Jesus refers to?
Jesus likely referred to his miracles and teachings, such as healing the sick, feeding crowds, and teaching about love and forgiveness.
How does this verse connect with other parts of the Bible?
This verse connects thematically with other passages where Jesus challenges those who misunderstand or misinterpret his actions and teachings, emphasizing faith over judgmental reactions.
What can we learn about forgiveness from John 10:32?
We can learn that even when others act out of misunderstanding or anger towards us, it’s important to reflect on our own actions and intentions, seeking understanding rather than retaliation.