Luke 11:23

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

مَنْ لا يكونُ مَعي فهوَ علَيّ، ومَنْ لا يجمَعُ مَعي فهوَ يُبَدّدُ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from Jesus speaking in Luke's Gospel. It says that if someone isn't with him, they are against him. If someone doesn't help gather people to follow God's way, they scatter them away.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game and your friend either helps you win or makes it harder for you. Jesus is saying the same thing about following him—either you're helping to make things better by being with him, or you're making things worse by not joining in.

Historical Background

The Gospel of Luke was written by Luke, a companion of Paul, around 80-100 AD. It is addressed to Gentile Christians and emphasizes Jesus as the Son of Man, focusing on his universal message for all people, including non-Jews.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this verse can apply to someone working at a company who either supports their team's goals or subtly undermines them by not contributing. Being with Jesus means actively supporting God’s work and helping others.

Topics

• faith
• decision-making
• loyalty
• community
• discipleship
• support

Related Verses

• Matthew 12:30
• John 9:41
• Mark 9:40
• Luke 9:50
• Ezekiel 20:38

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Luke 11:23?

Jesus himself is the speaker in this verse, giving a clear directive about allegiance.

What does 'scattereth' mean in this context?

'Scattereth' means to disperse or cause confusion, suggesting that those who are not gathering with Jesus spread disorder among followers.

How can this verse be applied in a family setting?

In a family setting, it encourages active support for each other's spiritual journeys and discourages actions that lead to division or confusion about faith.

Does this mean we should not engage with non-believers?

No, the verse does not suggest isolating from non-believers. It emphasizes being proactive in supporting God's work rather than passively allowing others to drift away from it.