Matthew 13:21

Amharic NASV (አዲሱ መደበኛ ትርጒም)

ነገር ግን ሥር መስደድ ባለ መቻሉ ብዙ አይቈይም፤ በቃሉ ምክንያት መከራ ወይም ስደት ሲመጣ ወዲያውኑ ይሰናከላል።

What Does This Mean?

This verse talks about people who initially accept the message of Jesus but don't have a strong foundation in their faith. When they face difficulties or persecution because of their belief, they give up easily.

Explained for Children

Imagine planting a seed that grows into a plant without deep roots. It can be blown away by wind quickly. This verse is saying some people are like those plants when it comes to following Jesus; they stop believing when things get tough.

Historical Background

Matthew, an Apostle of Jesus and former tax collector, wrote this Gospel around AD 80-90 for Jewish Christians in the Roman Empire. It includes stories about Jesus' teachings, especially on how to live as His followers.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, consider someone who starts attending church but leaves after a minor conflict or because it becomes inconvenient. This verse reminds us that faith needs to be deeply rooted and not just surface-level.

Topics

• faith
• persecution
• discipleship
• endurance
• rootedness
• tribulation

Related Verses

• Luke 8:13
• John 6:60-69
• Romans 5:3-4
• James 1:2-4
• Hebrews 12:7

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this mean that some people are not meant to follow Jesus?

No, it means that some who initially accept His message do not develop a deep-rooted commitment, leading them to fall away during trials.

How can I ensure I have strong roots in my faith?

Deepening your understanding of scripture and engaging regularly with God through prayer and community support helps build stronger faith foundations.

What kind of tribulations might a believer face?

Tribulations can range from personal doubts, family opposition, societal pressure to conform, or direct persecution for beliefs.

Why would someone be offended by the word?

Someone may feel 'offended' when they encounter teachings that challenge their current beliefs or lifestyle and find it difficult to accept these truths.