Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” New Living Translation So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.” English Standard Version therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Berean Standard Bible Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest.” Berean Literal Bible Beseech the Lord of the harvest, therefore, that He might send out workmen into His harvest." King James Bible Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest. New King James Version Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.” New American Standard Bible Therefore, plead with the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest.” NASB 1995 “Therefore beseech the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest.” NASB 1977 “Therefore beseech the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest.” Legacy Standard Bible Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest.” Amplified Bible So pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest.” Christian Standard Bible Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest.” American Standard Version Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he send forth laborers into his harvest. Contemporary English Version Ask the Lord in charge of the harvest to send out workers to bring it in." English Revised Version Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he send forth labourers into his harvest. GOD'S WORD® Translation So ask the Lord who gives this harvest to send workers to harvest his crops." Good News Translation Pray to the owner of the harvest that he will send out workers to gather in his harvest." International Standard Version So ask the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest." Majority Standard Bible Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest.? NET Bible Therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest." New Heart English Bible Pray therefore that the Lord of the harvest will send out laborers into his harvest." Webster's Bible Translation Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth laborers into his harvest. Weymouth New Testament therefore entreat the Owner of the Harvest to send out reapers into His fields." World English Bible Pray therefore that the Lord of the harvest will send out laborers into his harvest.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versiontherefore implore the Lord of the harvest that He may put forth workmen to His harvest.” Berean Literal Bible Beseech the Lord of the harvest, therefore, that He might send out workmen into His harvest." Young's Literal Translation beseech ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he may put forth workmen to His harvest.' Smith's Literal Translation Implore therefore the Lord of the harvest, so that he might draw forth laborers into his harvest. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BiblePray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he send forth labourers into his harvest. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, petition the Lord of the harvest, so that he may sent out laborers to his harvest.” New American Bible so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” New Revised Standard Version therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore urge the owner of the harvest to bring more laborers to his harvest. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “Request therefore of The Lord of the harvest to send out laborers to his harvest.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentTherefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament entreat therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth workmen for his harvest. Mace New Testament entreat therefore the Lord of the harvest, to send forth labourers into his harvest. Weymouth New Testament therefore entreat the Owner of the Harvest to send out reapers into His fields." Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Lord of the Harvest…37Then He said to His disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. 38Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest.” Cross References Luke 10:2 And He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest. John 4:35-38 Do you not say, ‘There are still four months until the harvest’? I tell you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are ripe for harvest. / Already the reaper draws his wages and gathers a crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may rejoice together. / For in this case the saying ‘One sows and another reaps’ is true. ... Acts 13:2-3 While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off. 1 Corinthians 3:6-9 I planted the seed and Apollos watered it, but God made it grow. / So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God, who makes things grow. / He who plants and he who waters are one in purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. ... Romans 10:14-15 How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach? / And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying: “Whom shall I send? Who will go for Us?” And I said: “Here am I. Send me!” 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you. 1 Peter 5:2 Be shepherds of God’s flock that is among you, watching over them not out of compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not out of greed, but out of eagerness; Ephesians 4:11-12 And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ, Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Jeremiah 3:15 Then I will give you shepherds after My own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.” Ezekiel 34:23 I will appoint over them one shepherd, My servant David, and he will feed them. He will feed them and be their shepherd. 1 Timothy 2:7 For this reason I was appointed as a preacher, an apostle, and a faithful and true teacher of the Gentiles. I am telling the truth; I am not lying about anything. 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction. Psalm 68:11 The Lord gives the command; a great company of women proclaim it: Treasury of Scripture Pray you therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth laborers into his harvest. Pray. Luke 6:12,13 And it came to pass in those days, that he went out into a mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God… Acts 13:2 As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: the Lord. Matthew 10:1-3 And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease… John 20:21 Then said Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. Ephesians 4:11 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; that. Psalm 68:11,18 The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it… Jeremiah 3:15 And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding. Micah 5:7 And the remnant of Jacob shall be in the midst of many people as a dew from the LORD, as the showers upon the grass, that tarrieth not for man, nor waiteth for the sons of men. Jump to Previous Beseech Entreat Field Fields Forth Grain Grain-Fields Harvest Laborers Owner Prayer Reapers Supplicate Workers WorkmenJump to Next Beseech Entreat Field Fields Forth Grain Grain-Fields Harvest Laborers Owner Prayer Reapers Supplicate Workers WorkmenMatthew 9 1. Jesus heals a paralytic9. calls Matthew from the receipt of custom; 10. eats with tax collectors and sinners; 14. defends his disciples for not fasting; 20. cures the sick woman; 23. raises Jairus' daughter from death; 27. gives sight to two blind men; 32. heals a mute man possessed of a demon; 36. and has compassion on the multitude. Ask the Lord of the harvest This phrase emphasizes the necessity of prayer and reliance on God for the mission of spreading the Gospel. The "Lord of the harvest" refers to God, who is sovereign over the spiritual harvest of souls. In biblical times, harvest was a critical period, symbolizing abundance and provision. The imagery of God as the Lord of the harvest underscores His authority and control over the growth and gathering of believers. This aligns with passages like Psalm 24:1, which declares God's ownership of the earth and everything in it. therefore, to send out workers into His harvest. Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe speaker of this verse, Jesus is addressing His disciples, emphasizing the need for more workers in the spiritual harvest. 2. Disciples The immediate audience of Jesus' instruction, tasked with the mission of spreading the Gospel. 3. Lord of the Harvest A title for God, emphasizing His sovereignty over the spiritual harvest and His role in sending out workers. 4. Harvest Symbolic of the world and the people who are ready to receive the Gospel message. 5. Workers Those who are called to spread the Gospel and work in God's mission field. Teaching Points The Urgency of PrayerJesus instructs His followers to pray for more workers, highlighting the importance of prayer in fulfilling God's mission. God's Sovereignty in the Harvest Recognize that God is the "Lord of the harvest," and it is His work to send out workers. Our role is to be obedient and responsive to His call. The Need for More Workers The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. This calls for a commitment to evangelism and discipleship within the church. Personal Responsibility Each believer should consider their role in the harvest, whether through direct evangelism, supporting missions, or prayer. Collaboration in Ministry The work of the harvest is a collective effort, requiring unity and cooperation among believers.(38) The Lord of the harvest--i.e., the Father who had sent Him to be the Sower of the divine seed, and who, through Him, was about to send forth the labourers. Verse 38. - Pray ye. Express it as your personal need (δεήθητε, here only in the New Testament outside the writings of St. Luke and St. Paul). Therefore. Since more workers are so greatly needed. The Lord of the harvest; cf. Clem. Romans, § 34, who illustrates the thought by a most interesting composite quotation of Isaiah 40:10 (Isaiah 62:11; Proverbs 24:12)and Revelation 22:12. That he will (omit with the Revised Version) send forth. (Ὅπως ἐκβάλῃ; ut ejieiat, Vulgate [Wordsworth and White], ut mittat, Vulgate [ordinary edition].) The verb suggests alike his constraining power and their separation from their previous position (cf. Matthew 7:4). Mr. J. A. Robinson's note, however, in the Cambridge 'Texts and Studies,' I. 3:124, shows that one must not lay much stress on the thought of constraint. Labourers into his harvest. |
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