New Testament

Luke 10:2

The Clear Bible Translation matches the King James Version, written at a 10th-grade reading level in plain English

At a Glance

In this verse, Jesus emphasizes the vastness of the spiritual harvest, which represents the many people ready to receive the message of God.

Author
Luke the physician
Written
Around AD 60-62
Genre
Gospel and history
Original Audience
Gentile Christians (addressed to Theophilus)
CBTClear Bible Translation

He told them, "The harvest is huge, but there aren't enough workers. So pray and ask the Lord of the harvest to send more workers into his fields.

KJVKing James Version

Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest.

Verse Analysis

Plain-English insight for readers

In this verse, Jesus emphasizes the vastness of the spiritual harvest, which represents the many people ready to receive the message of God. However, He points out that there are not enough workers to reach them. This highlights the urgent need for more individuals to share the Gospel and help guide others in their faith. Jesus instructs His followers to pray to God, who is referred to as the 'Lord of the harvest,' asking Him to send more laborers into the fields. This call to prayer underscores the importance of seeking divine assistance in the mission of spreading the Gospel. It reminds believers that while the task is great, they are not alone; they can rely on God to provide the necessary workers to fulfill this important mission. The verse encourages a proactive approach to evangelism, urging believers to recognize the need for more hands in the work of ministry and to actively seek God's help in mobilizing others for this purpose.

Key themes

Related topics

prayer, purpose, collaboration

How to apply Luke 10:2 to your life

This verse encourages believers to actively pray for more people to join in sharing the Gospel. It reminds us that everyone has a role in the mission of spreading God's message. We should also consider how we can contribute to this work ourselves, whether through direct outreach or supporting others in their efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick, clear answers about this verse

What does Luke 10:2 mean?

Luke 10:2 highlights the need for more people to share the Gospel, as there are many who are ready to receive it but not enough workers to reach them. Jesus encourages His followers to pray for more laborers to help in this important mission.

What is the meaning of 'harvest' in Luke 10:2?

In Luke 10:2, 'harvest' refers to the many individuals who are open to receiving God's message. It symbolizes the spiritual opportunities available for evangelism and the urgency to reach those who are ready.

How can I apply Luke 10:2 in my life?

You can apply Luke 10:2 by actively praying for more people to join in sharing the Gospel and considering how you can contribute to this mission, whether through outreach or supporting others in their efforts.

Why does Jesus ask us to pray for workers in Luke 10:2?

Jesus asks us to pray for workers in Luke 10:2 to acknowledge the importance of divine assistance in the mission of evangelism. It reminds us that while the task is great, we can rely on God to provide the necessary help.

The Book of Luke
Book Summary

The Book of Luke

Luke 1: The Births of John the Baptist and Jesus Foretold

In the days of Herod, king of Judaea, a priest named Zacharias serves in the temple. He and his wife Elisabeth are both righteous but have no children because Elisabeth is barren, and they are both old. While Zacharias burns incense, the angel Gabriel appears to him and says Elisabeth will bear a son who is to be named John. The child will be great before the Lord, will drink no wine or strong drink, and will be filled with the Holy Ghost from his mother's womb. He will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God. Zacharias asks how he can know this, since he and his wife are old. Gabriel says Zacharias will be unable to speak until these things come to pass because he did not believe.

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