Matthew 21:3

Aymara Bible 1986 (Aymar Bibliia 1986)

Ucat qhitis mä cuns sapjjätam ucajja: “Tatituw muni ucat irpayanirapjjätamwa sasaw sapjjäta.”

What Does This Mean?

This verse instructs the disciples that if anyone asks why they are taking certain items, they should say 'The Lord has need of them,' and then those items will be readily provided. Jesus is speaking through this instruction.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're borrowing a toy from your friend's house to help build something for a school project. If your friend asks why you're taking the toy, you can say 'It's for our class project,' and they'll let you take it right away because they understand it's important.

Historical Background

Matthew wrote this verse around A.D. 80-90 to a primarily Jewish-Christian audience. The cultural setting includes Roman occupation, where requests needed to be justified carefully, especially when borrowing items or resources from others.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, if you need something for an important task and borrow it with honest intent, explain its purpose clearly; people are often willing to help when they know it's for a good cause.

Topics

• obedience
• faith
• trust
• servanthood
• authority
• sacrifice

Related Verses

• Mark 11:3
• Luke 19:31
• Exodus 4:20-21
• John 6:5-13
• Matthew 8:20

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote Matthew 21:3?

The verse was written by Matthew, one of Jesus' disciples.

What is the significance of saying 'The Lord hath need of them?'

It signifies that because something belongs to God or serves a divine purpose, it can be borrowed or used with clear conscience and divine authority.

How does this verse relate to modern life?

In our daily lives, when we need to borrow or use something for an important reason, being honest about its purpose often leads to cooperation and understanding from others.

What can be learned from the cross-references provided?

The cross-references show how Jesus' commands were fulfilled and highlight themes of obedience and divine provision in various contexts.