John 15:21

Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)

وَهُمْ يَفْعَلُونَ كُلَّ هَذَا بِكُمْ بِسَبَبِ اسْمِي، لِأَنَّهُمْ لَا يَعْرِفُونَ الَّذِي أَرْسَلَنِي.

What Does This Mean?

In John 15:21, Jesus is speaking and tells his followers that they will face persecution because people do not know God who sent him. The verse explains that this persecution will happen in the name of Jesus.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with a new toy, but your friends don't like it just because it's different. They might be mean to you without knowing why you love the toy so much. This is what Jesus says will happen to his followers—he knows people won’t understand and may treat them badly.

Historical Background

John 15:21 was written by John, one of Jesus’ disciples, around 90 AD. It’s part of a longer conversation where Jesus prepares his followers for the challenges they'll face after he leaves. The original audience would have been early Christians facing increasing persecution.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, if someone at work or school is bullied because of their faith in Christ, this verse reminds them that it's happening due to misunderstanding and ignorance about Jesus and God, not a personal fault.

Topics

• faith
• persecution
• understanding
• salvation
• love
• forgiveness

Related Verses

• John 16:2
• Acts 9:4-5
• Matthew 10:23
• Luke 21:17
• Romans 8:35

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jesus speaking to in this verse?

Jesus is speaking directly to his disciples, preparing them for the challenges they will face after he leaves.

Why do people persecute those following Jesus according to this verse?

People persecute followers of Jesus because they don't understand God and the message that Jesus brings. Their ignorance leads to misunderstanding and hostility.

How can one apply John 15:21 in daily life?

One can apply this by understanding that any persecution is a result of others’ lack of knowledge about Christ, not your fault. It's an opportunity for sharing the message of Jesus.

What does 'for my name’s sake' mean in John 15:21?

'For my name's sake' means that persecution is happening because people do not understand or accept Jesus and what his followers stand for. It emphasizes the reason behind the actions.