For God So Loved the World
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
JOHN 3:16Discover the love of God, the truth of Jesus Christ, and the promise of eternal life.
What Is the Gospel?
The Gospel is the good news of Jesus Christ.
God created us for His glory, yet all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Sin separates us from Him, and we cannot save ourselves through our own works.
But God, in His love and mercy, sent His Son, Jesus Christ, who lived without sin, died for our sins, and rose again on the third day.
Through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, we receive forgiveness of sins and the promise of eternal life. Salvation is by God's grace, not something we can earn.
Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again on the third day, according to the Scriptures.
1 CORINTHIANS 15:3–4“Your word is truth.”
JOHN 17:17Who Is Jesus Christ?
Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the eternal Word who became flesh, and the Savior of the world.
He is not merely a teacher or prophet. Scripture reveals that He is the eternal Son of God, who came into the world to reveal the Father, accomplish salvation, and give eternal life to those who believe in Him.
The Eternal Word
Before creation, the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. Jesus Christ is the eternal Word through whom all things were made.
God Became Flesh
The eternal Son entered His own creation and dwelt among us. Jesus Christ is truly God and truly man, revealing the glory, grace, and truth of the Father.
Our Lord and Savior
Jesus Christ lived without sin, gave His life for our sins, and rose from the dead on the third day. Through Him alone comes salvation.
The Way to the Father
Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Him. Eternal life is found in the Son of God.
“I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.”
To know Jesus Christ is to know the One sent by the Father. He is worthy of our faith, our obedience, and our lives.
Why Did Jesus Christ Die for Us?
At the cross, God's justice and His love are revealed.
Jesus Christ did not die for His own sins. He was without sin. He willingly gave His life for sinners, bearing our sins so that we might be reconciled to God through Him.
We Have All Sinned
Every person has sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. The wages of sin is death. We cannot remove our own guilt or earn salvation through good works.
God Demonstrated His Love
While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. God did not wait for us to become righteous. The sacrifice of Jesus Christ reveals His great love and mercy.
He Bore Our Sins
Jesus Christ, the sinless Savior, bore our sins in His body on the cross. He suffered for sinners so that those who belong to Him might die to sin and live to righteousness.
Reconciled to God
Through Jesus Christ, forgiveness and reconciliation with God are made possible. Salvation rests upon His finished work, not our own merit. In Him, believers receive the righteousness of God.
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”
The cross is not the end of the Gospel story.
On the third day, Jesus Christ rose from the dead.
The Resurrection He Is Risen
Death could not hold Him. Jesus Christ is alive.
On the third day after His crucifixion, Jesus Christ rose bodily from the dead, just as the Scriptures foretold. His resurrection is not merely a symbol of hope. It is the victory of our Lord over sin and death.
The Tomb Was Empty
On the first day of the week, women came to the tomb and found the stone rolled away. They were told that Jesus was not there, for He had risen from the dead.
He Appeared to Witnesses
After His resurrection, Jesus Christ appeared to His disciples and many others. Those who saw Him alive bore witness that He had truly risen.
Victory Over Death
Jesus Christ was raised from the dead and will never die again. Death no longer has dominion over Him. Through Him, believers have the promise of resurrection and eternal life.
Our Living Hope
Through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, God has given believers a living hope. Those who belong to Christ can look forward to eternal life in His presence.
“But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.”
The resurrection declares that Jesus Christ is alive.
Our Savior has conquered death.
Because He lives, those who believe in Him have the promise of eternal life.
How Can I Be Saved?
Salvation is the gift of God, received by His grace through faith in Jesus Christ.
We cannot earn salvation through our own goodness or works. Jesus Christ died for our sins and rose again, and through Him God offers forgiveness and eternal life to those who believe.
Recognize Your Sin
Every person has sinned and falls short of the glory of God. We must recognize our need for God's mercy and forgiveness.
Repent and Turn to God
Repentance means turning away from sin and turning toward God. Jesus Christ calls us to repent and believe in the Gospel.
Believe in Jesus Christ
Believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, that He died for our sins, and that God raised Him from the dead. Salvation is found in Him alone.
Follow Jesus Christ
Those who belong to Jesus Christ are called to follow Him, obey His Word, and grow in faith. Our obedience is the fruit of salvation, not its price.
“Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved.”
Saved by Grace Through Faith
Salvation is not something we deserve or achieve by our own works. It is God's gracious gift, received through faith in Jesus Christ.
We are created in Christ Jesus for good works, which follow salvation as the fruit of God's transforming grace.
If you have not yet turned to Jesus Christ, but feel convicted by the truth of the Gospel, we encourage you to repent and believe in the Lord Jesus Christ.
You can express your faith in Him through this prayer:
“Lord Jesus, I acknowledge that I am a sinner and that I need Your forgiveness.
I believe You died for my sins and rose again.
Please forgive me, cleanse me, and make me new.
By faith, I receive You as my Savior and Lord. I surrender my life to You.
Thank You for Your mercy, grace, and the gift of salvation.
Amen.”
“If you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.”
Read the Word of God
God's Word reveals the truth about Jesus Christ.
The Bible is not merely a collection of ancient writings. It is the inspired Word of God, through which we learn who God is, what He has accomplished through His Son, and how we are called to live before Him.
Read the Gospel of John
Begin by reading the Gospel according to John. It reveals who Jesus Christ is, the signs He performed, the words He spoke, His death, and His resurrection. John explains that these things were written so that we may believe Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God.
Continue in the Scriptures
Read the Scriptures regularly and seek to understand what they teach. God's Word reveals His character, His promises, His commandments, and His saving work. Scripture is profitable for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness.
Hear and Obey God's Word
Do not merely read the Bible as information. Receive its truth with humility, believe what God has spoken, and seek to walk in obedience to Jesus Christ. His Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path.
“Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.”
Search the Scriptures
Search for a Bible verse, passage, or word. Explore the Scriptures and discover what God has spoken in His Word.
Faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.