John 20:30
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
الهَدَفُ مِنْ هَذا الكِتاب كَما صَنَعَ يَسُوعُ مُعجِزاتٍ أُخْرَى كَثِيْرَةً أمامَ تَلامِيْذِهِ. لَكِنَّها لَمْ تُدَوَّنْ فِي هَذا الكِتابِ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that Jesus did many more miracles than what are written in the book of John, but these were not all recorded here. The message is about the vast number of signs and miracles Jesus performed.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big box of magic tricks to show your friends. You only showed some of them, but there were many more that you didn't get around to showing. That's like what this verse says about Jesus—He did lots of amazing things!
Historical Background
The Gospel of John was written by the Apostle John, one of Jesus' disciples. It likely dates from around AD 90-100 and is aimed at a general audience to demonstrate Jesus as the Messiah through His miracles.
Living It Out Today
Today, when we read about Jesus’ miracles, it's important to remember that there are many more unrecorded acts of kindness and power. This reminds us to look for God’s presence in our everyday lives beyond just what is written.
Topics
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'signs' refer to in this verse?
'Signs' here refers to the miracles or wonders that Jesus performed, which were intended as evidence of His divine nature and mission.
Why weren't all signs written down?
The writer chose to record only some of the signs because including everything would have made the book too long. The selection highlights key events for teaching about Jesus' identity.
How does this relate to our faith today?
This verse reminds us that there is more to God's work than what we can see, encouraging us to trust in His unseen actions and the broader context of His presence in daily life.
Can we find out about other signs Jesus performed?
Other gospels like Matthew, Mark, and Luke provide additional accounts of Jesus' miracles. Additionally, historical records from early Christians offer insights into other reported events.