John 17:14

Arabic GOV (الكتاب المقدس العهد الجديد، النسخة الارثوذكسية القدس)

إِني أَعْطَيْتُهُمْ كَلِمَتَكَ وقَدْ أَبْغَضَهُمُ العَالَمِ لأَنَّهُمْ لَيْسُوا مِنَ العَالَمِ كَمَا أَنِّي لَسْتُ مِنَ العَالَم.

What Does This Mean?

Jesus is speaking and says he has given the believers God's words, but because they are different from the world, the world hates them, just as Jesus was also different from the world.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a special message that makes you act differently. The kids who hear it start to be treated differently by others who don’t understand this message, kind of like how a superhero feels when they’re not understood by regular people.

Historical Background

This verse comes from the Gospel of John, written around 90-100 AD. It was directed at early Christian communities facing persecution for their beliefs. The cultural setting was one where followers of Jesus were seen as outsiders and faced hostility.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, imagine being part of a small religious group in a predominantly secular workplace; you might face misunderstanding or even ridicule because your values differ from the norm, much like those early Christians did.

Topics

• persecution
• discipleship
• worldliness
• faithfulness
• suffering for the faith
• difference

Related Verses

• John 15:19
• Luke 6:22-23
• Matthew 5:10-12
• Proverbs 13:20
• Romans 12:2

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean that Jesus gave the believers God's word?

It means Jesus imparted God’s teachings and truths to his followers, which became their guiding principle for living.

Why are Christians seen as different by the world?

Christians may hold values that contrast with worldly norms such as materialism or immorality, leading others to perceive them as outsiders.

How can believers cope with being hated for their beliefs?

Believers can find strength in knowing they are following God’s will and seek support from fellow believers who share the same values.

Is there any hope mentioned for those facing hatred due to their faith?

While not explicitly stated here, Jesus often taught about the hope of eternal life and heavenly rewards as a comfort in times of persecution.