John 3:16 · KJV
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
King James Version
What does John 3:16 mean? →Passage Context
Devotional Reflection
Did you know that the Bible says more than just "God loves you"? Now, don't let me confuse you. Many times, the Bible does tell us that God loves us. But don't miss the most important point here. Every time the Bible tells us that God loves us, it also shows us how much God loves us. God's love is more than how He feels and what He wants to do. The love of God is shown. God cared so much about us that He didn't just tell us, "I love you." God showed His love by sending His Son to earth and letting Him die for us. We never have to wonder if what God says is true. He has shown that He loves us by what He has done.
Prayer
Thank you, loving and omnipotent God, for loving me. I appreciate You saying it and demonstrating it. I also love You, Father, so please know that. Please take today's words and deeds as proof of my love. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
Jesus came into the world to save it. Jesus came to save you. I was saved by Jesus. Why? Because of the love of the Father!
Prayer
Thank you for your love, Holy and Righteous Father. I know I didn't do anything to deserve it or earn it, but thank you. Until I see you face-to-face and can thank and praise you in person, please know that I am grateful from the bottom of my heart and that your plan, your Son, and your salvation bring me deep and lasting joy. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
What can you say besides "Praise God!" and "Thank you, Jesus!"?
Prayer
Dear Father, thank you for loving me with a love that will never end. I love you too, and I can't wait to spend the most important parts of my life with you. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
Did you realize the Bible doesn't only state, "God loves you"? Now, don't let me confuse you. Scripture does tell us several times that God loves us. However, don't overlook the fundamental fact here. Each time Scripture teaches us that God loves us, it also exhibits that love as well. God's love is more than a feeling and intention. God's love is expressed. God loved us so deeply He didn't just say, "I love you." God revealed His love through sending and sacrificing His Son to give us His unparalleled love! We never have to question that God means what He says. He has followed up His words of love with His deeds.
Prayer
God, thank you for loving me. You are kind and powerful. Thank you for both saying and showing that you mean it. Please know that I love you, too, dear Father. Take what I say and do today as proof of how much I love you. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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