Matthew 14:14

Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)

Jesus het uit die boot geklim en Hy het die klomp mense gesien. Hy was baie jammer vir hulle en Hy het die siek mense wat by hulle was, gesond gemaak.

What Does This Mean?

In Matthew 14:14, Jesus sees a large crowd of people and feels compassionate toward them. He then heals all the sick among them. This shows his deep care for humanity.

Explained for Children

Imagine you see a lot of friends who are sad or hurt. You feel really bad for them and want to help. That's what Jesus did here; he saw lots of people who were sick, felt sorry for them, and made them better!

Historical Background

This verse is from the Gospel of Matthew, written by a Jewish-Christian author around 80-90 AD. The audience was likely early Christians in a largely Jewish context. Jesus' healing shows his compassion and divine power within this cultural setting.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, imagine you see someone struggling with health issues or feeling isolated. This verse encourages us to show compassion and take action to help others as Christ did.

Topics

• compassion
• healing
• love
• faith
• service
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Mark 1:40-42
• Luke 6:39
• John 15:13
• Psalm 103:13
• Isaiah 53:4

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean that Jesus was 'moved with compassion'?

It means Jesus felt deep empathy for the people's suffering, leading him to act out of love and care.

How does this verse show Jesus' power?

By healing all the sick in the crowd, it shows his divine ability to cure without limitation or delay.

Can we apply this compassion in our daily lives?

Absolutely! We can show empathy and actively help those around us who are in need of support or aid.

What lessons does Matthew 14:14 teach about faith?

It teaches that true faith includes active compassion and service to others, reflecting Christ's example.