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Join us as we explore John 3:14-21, where Jesus explains salvation through faith using the bronze serpent as a powerful symbol of His crucifixion. This passage highlights God’s love, Jesus' purpose, and the urgent call to believe in Him.
Today's Passage: John 3:14-21
Immediate Context:
Jesus connects salvation by faith with His crucifixion, emphasizing God’s love, Christ’s mission, and the choice between belief or rejection.
Remote Context:
John’s Gospel presents Jesus as the Light and Savior, fulfilling Old Testament symbols and urging faith for eternal life (John 1:4-9; 8:12; 20:31).
Historical Context:
Jesus speaks to Nicodemus, shifting Jewish expectations of a political Messiah by revealing salvation through belief, using the bronze serpent as a familiar reference.
Sermon Outline
I. The Son of Man Must Be Lifted Up (John 3:14-15)
Just as Moses lifted the serpent for physical healing, Jesus would be lifted up on the cross to provide eternal salvation.
II. God’s Love Displayed Through Christ (John 3:16)
God sent His only Son out of love for the world, offering eternal life to all who believe.
III. The Purpose of Christ’s Coming (John 3:17-18)
Jesus came to save, not condemn—those who believe are not condemned, but those who reject Him remain in their condemned state.
IV. Light vs. Darkness: The Response to Jesus (John 3:19-21)
Jesus, the Light of the world, reveals truth—everyone needs salvation, whether self-righteous or openly sinful.
Key Spiritual Truths
Believe: Trust in Jesus alone for eternal life, knowing His death and resurrection fully paid for sin.
God’s Love: Salvation is rooted in God’s love, shown through His sacrificial gift of Jesus.
Walk in Light: Live in fellowship with God, allowing His truth to transform your life.
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Key Verse:
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." – John 3:16 (NKJV)
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