Matthew 10:9

Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))

ወርቅ ወይም ብር ወይም ናስ በመቀነታችሁ፥

What Does This Mean?

Jesus tells his disciples not to carry money when they go out on their mission trips. He wants them to rely fully on God and those who welcome them, rather than on financial resources.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're going on a big adventure, but your mom says you can't bring any toys or snacks with you. Instead of worrying about what you don't have, you'll learn to trust that others will help you along the way, just like Jesus taught his friends to trust in God and the people they meet.

Historical Background

Matthew wrote this Gospel sometime between AD 80-90 for a primarily Jewish-Christian audience. The cultural setting was one where traveling teachers (like the disciples) were expected to rely on hospitality from those who welcomed their message, rather than carrying money or resources.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, you might think about how you can trust in your community when faced with challenges instead of always relying on personal wealth. For example, if you're starting a volunteer project and don't have much funding, trusting others to help make it happen shows faith and reliance on the community.

Topics

• trust
• faith
• missionary work
• community support
• reliance on God
• financial stewardship

Related Verses

• Mark 6:8
• Luke 9:3
• 1 Kings 4:21
• Acts 3:6
• John 15:5

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Jesus tell his disciples not to bring money on their trips?

Jesus wanted them to rely fully on God and the hospitality of those who welcomed them. This shows trust in divine provision and teaches a lesson about dependency.

How can we apply Matthew 10:9 today when most things cost money?

We can apply this by trusting community support for our needs, especially when starting new ventures or projects without much funding. It's about relying on others rather than personal wealth.

Does this verse mean we should give up all financial resources?

No, it specifically relates to the disciples' mission trips and emphasizes trusting in God’s provision through people they meet. It doesn't imply giving up all financial means.

Are there any exceptions to what Jesus taught here in Matthew 10:9?

The verse applies directly to the context of missionary work as described. In other contexts, having some resources might be necessary for practical reasons, but the principle of trust and community support remains valuable.