John 13:20

Arabic 2023 (SAB) (الكتاب الشريف)

أَقُولُ لَكُمُ الْحَقَّ، مَنْ يَقْبَلُ الَّذِي أُرْسِلُهُ يَقْبَلُنِي، وَمَنْ يَقْبَلُنِي يَقْبَلُ الَّذِي أَرْسَلَنِي.“

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from John's Gospel, Jesus says that whoever accepts those he sends is accepting him, and by accepting him, they are also accepting God who sent him. This emphasizes the importance of receiving others as a way to honor Jesus and God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your friends and your mom asks one friend to bring you an important message. If you listen to that friend, it's like you're listening to your mom. In this verse, Jesus is saying if we welcome the people he sends to us, it's like welcoming him and God too!

Historical Background

This verse comes from John's Gospel, written around 90-100 AD by John, one of Jesus' disciples. It was intended for both Jewish and Gentile Christians who needed guidance on how to interact with missionaries sent out by the early Christian communities.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse can apply when we receive new members in a community or workplace. Welcoming them means respecting not just them but also those who recommended them, like managers or team leaders.

Topics

• reception
• missionaries
• discipleship
• authority
• respect
• trust

Related Verses

• Matthew 10:40
• Mark 9:37
• Luke 10:16
• John 15:20
• Galatians 4:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is receiving those Jesus sends important?

Receiving those Jesus sends shows respect and trust in God's work, which ultimately means honoring both the messenger and Jesus himself.

Who are considered as 'sent' by Jesus today?

Today, anyone who shares the Gospel or works for Christian ministries can be seen as sent by Jesus, carrying his message to others.

Can we extend this principle beyond religious settings?

Yes, this principle can apply in various contexts where welcoming someone means respecting those they represent, like in business referrals or community introductions.

How does this relate to discipleship?

Discipleship involves not only following Jesus but also supporting and receiving his messengers, reinforcing the bond within the Christian community.