Matthew 19:28
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
فَقالَ لَهُمْ يَسُوعُ: «أقولُ الحَقَّ لَكُمْ، عِندَما يَجلِسُ ابْنُ الإنسانِ عَلَى عَرشِهِ المَجِيدِ فِي العَصْرِ الجَدِيدِ، سَتَجلِسُونَ أنتُمُ الَّذِينَ تَبِعْتُمُونِي عَلَى اثْنَي عَشَرَ عَرْشاً، لِتَحكُمُوا عَلَى قَبائِلِ بَنيْ إسرائِيلَ الاثنَتَي عَشْرَةَ.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Jesus tells his disciples that after he returns to heaven and they follow him faithfully, they will sit on thrones as judges over the twelve tribes of Israel during a new era of God's reign.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game with your friends. Jesus says if you play well and stay true to him, one day you'll get special jobs, like being in charge of big groups of people just like he is!
Historical Background
This verse comes from the Gospel of Matthew, written around AD 80-90 for a primarily Jewish-Christian audience. The cultural setting was one where the hope for a future messianic reign influenced expectations and interpretations.
Living It Out Today
In today's context, this verse encourages believers to remain faithful in their service to Christ, knowing that their efforts are part of God's larger plan for restoration and justice in the world.
Topics
faithfulnessjudgmentsalvationhopeleadershipregeneration
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'regeneration' mean in this context?
In this verse, 'regeneration' refers to a new era or age when God's promised kingdom is fully established on earth.
Why are there twelve thrones mentioned?
The number twelve symbolizes the completeness and authority of God’s people, reflecting the twelve tribes of Israel and the twelve apostles.
How does this verse relate to justice in the Bible?
This verse emphasizes that those who follow Christ will share in his work of judging and upholding justice for God's people during the new age.
What can we learn about faithfulness from Matthew 19:28?
The verse teaches us that remaining faithful to Jesus, even when it is hard, leads to a significant role in God’s future kingdom.