Today's reading (John 3:16-21) includes probably the most familiar verse in the world. It condenses the message of God's Word into one succinct sentence. "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life." (Jn. 3:16).
Max Lucado in his book 3:16 breaks down the salvation message into eight words reflected from this verse: God loves. God gave. We believe. We live.
That is the whole of scripture. Yes, we often make it more complicated because we want to do something to earn our salvation, but you can't. It has already been done, we only have to accept the gift of God and believe on His Son, Jesus Christ.
As I was reading this passage it occurred to me, it is a given that men will perish. All men, all people will perish; many without knowing the love of God toward them. He doesn't desire that people die in their sins, that's why He sent Jesus. But for one reason or another, whether due to ignorance or defiance, He is rejected.
Men love darkness rather than Light. Light exposes our sin, our need for a Savior. Will you believe on Him today?
I couldn't find another place to comment as a whole. This is not about this particular day's post. I just wanted to say that I look forward to reading your blog. Ever since we left Kansas City I have missed your insightful views of the bible. You are a talented person and are doing God's work everyday. We miss you.
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