Scripture: John 3:16. May 24, 2009. There are many theories of why He died on the Cross. If these sermons bless you send an e-mail to Dr. Hymers and tell him, but always include what country you are writing from. Isaiah 53:10; I Corinthians 15:3; Please click here to learn how you can make a monthly donation to help us in this great work of preaching the Gospel to the whole world. Romans 3:25. That may seem very complicated. Scripture: John 3:16–21. But this remarkable verse reveals amazing truth that should delight us every time we hear it. GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF LOVE “For God so loved the world.”. My friends do you realize tonight that even the faith we have in, Christ is a gift from God. Today we begin nearly four months of hearing the story of Jesus in the voice of the Gospel according to John. A SERMON FROM JOHN 3:16 (REVISED AND CONDENSED FROM A SERMON BY DR. HYMERS TITLED, “THREE GREAT QUESTIONS ANSWERED FROM JOHN 3:16”) by Mr. John Samuel Cagan. John Piper Dec 25, 1994 47 Shares God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him Learn more about Desiring God Desiring God. I pray that will happen soon. Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 26, 2020. In Ephesians 2:8,9, the phrase “and that not, of yourselves; it is the gift of God” connects with faith. “For God so loved the world, that he gave His only begotten Son…” (John 3:16). missionaries throughout the world, especially the Third World, where there are few if any The story behind the sermon (Craig Brian Larson) The background of my approach to this sermon: As I began work on this sermon, I realized that it has been many years since I preached on this great verse, and so the process of writing this sermon was as delightful as running into a wonderful friend you haven't seen in years. Of course this perfect gift is His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. For instance, a man may say to his wife, “I … That’s what this verse has been called. He gave us the perfect gift of unending life. But bad times always come. Sermon on John 3:16- 18 . GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF HIS SON:  “That he gave His only begotten Son.”. “That whosoever believeth in him should not perish.” Salvation comes by believing in Jesus. 18. The gospel in a nutshell. seminaries or Bible schools. J. Hugh Odhner . Just listen as I read it. Almost everyone has heard it before. "HEREBY PERCEIVE WE THE LOVE OF GOD, BECAUSE HE LAID DOWN HIS LIFE FOR US." Ask the person on the street if they can quote anything in the Bible, and this verse will be quoted more than any other. “Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures” (I Corinthians 15:3). You may use them without Dr. Hymers’ John 3:16 has become so familiar that we no longer find its words astonishing. “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” (John 3:16). The sermon manuscripts are not copyrighted, so preachers can use them without our permission. Let me make it more simple. This is a gift that begins giving the moment you receive Him as Savior and then continues to give throughout your present life here on earth and for all eternity. But there is good news. God sent Jesus to die for our sins because there was no other way for our sins to be forgiven. The beach is crazy crowded, umbrellas of every color dot the shore, multiple radios are playing songs by … Lara and Timothy asked me to speak at their wedding. Please click here to learn how you can make a monthly donation to help us in this great work of preaching the Gospel to the whole world. “For God so loved the world that He gave…” Not He took; He gave! Find John 3:16 17 Sermons and Illustrations. God did not just allow Jesus to be crucified. The priests and Pharisees cried “Crucify him! WHEN YOU WRITE TO DR. HYMERS YOU MUST TELL HIM WHAT COUNTRY YOU ARE WRITING FROM OR HE CANNOT ANSWER YOUR E-MAIL. III. A Remarkable Claim Jesus boldly asserts that God loves the world. Many children as well as adults have memorized this verse in Sunday School or in Prayer Meeting and Bible Study. The whole gospel is declared in a few simple words. You’re eight years old, at the beach for the very first time. What does that mean? “THREE GREAT QUESTIONS ANSWERED FROM JOHN 3:16”. Second, why did Christ die? “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son…” (John 3:16). Trust Jesus and be saved! He is God the Son. He gave us the perfect gift of a better life. Crucify him!” It is true that they did those things. III. If there were any other cause it must be either(1) in the merit of Christ; but this was the manifestation not the cause of God s love (1 John 3:16), or(2) in our worthiness; but this cannot be (1 John 4:10; Colossians 1:24).The uses of all this. Eternal life is knowing and experiencing God himself. Christ died on the Cross to pay the full penalty for our sins. The sermon manuscripts are given in 43 languages to about 120,000 computers each month. ” Well, I did just what most of you do when you get one of those wonderful calls from a telemarketer: I hung up! However, all of Dr. Hymers’ video messages, and all other sermons on video Focus on the words, “he gave his only begotten Son.” Jesus was not crucified as a martyr. But Jesus did not die on the Cross by accident. Trust Jesus by faith! Galatians 4:4; I John 5:7. Much is said today in the name of promoting love. In the fullness of time. You may not know it but God has the perfect gift for you this Christmas. (REVISED AND CONDENSED FROM A SERMON BY DR. HYMERS TITLED, “THREE GREAT QUESTIONS ANSWERED FROM JOHN 3:16”), A sermon preached at the Baptist Tabernacle of Los Angeles gospel in a nutshell. Grace Bible Church, NY. John 3:16. A sermon preached at the Baptist Tabernacle of Los Angeles Lord’s Day Evening, July 31, 2016 Jesus In Real Time. John 3:16 (NIV) For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF LOVE. He Must Increase, I Must Decrease. John 3:16 Velma Gunter Funeral Sermon 14 October Anno Domini 2003 Our Redeemer Lutheran Church of Emmett, Idaho Pastor Michael L. McCoy Grace, mercy and peace to you in the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit. C.  He gave us the perfect gift of an eternal relationship with the Father. The Love of God. Box 15308, Los Angeles, CA 90015. Songs chant the lyrics "lets all just love one another." YouTube feeds people to our website. Download and read Pastor John's sermon outlines. If ever there was a. verse that makes hell tremble, it is John 3:16. Amen. You don’t need to turn to it. John 3:16. John 3:16 is one of the most famous and loved verses in the Bible. (3) How can you be saved by Christ? The purpose of this website is to provide free sermon manuscripts and sermon videos to pastors and missionaries throughout the world, especially the Third World, where there are few if any theological seminaries or Bible schools. But while He was a man, He was more than a man. All we have to is turn to John 3:16. John 3:16 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. Apart from God’s work in our hearts, we would have never been able, IV. The Rev. You can write to Dr. Hymers in any language, but write in English The answer to the second question is “yes” if you are a Christian. Tragically, the text is more often than not misunderstood. And now, we gather together around the story of God’s love come down to earth in the flesh. "Religious" America and the world speaks of the need of love among humans. Third, how can you be saved by Christ? Some people think they can receive salvation by being good. God, the maker of heaven and earth, is self-sufficient and needs nothing outside of Himself. Amen. John 3:16 is the most famous verse in the whole entire bible. I. Third, how can you be saved by Christ? Even people who don't even go to church or not saved are able to recite John 3:16. He is begotten, but not created. “It pleased the Lord to bruise him; he hath put him to grief: when thou shalt make his soul an offering for sin” (Isaiah 53:10). Lord’s Day Evening, July 31, 2016. He gave us the perfect gift of His unending love Jeremiah 31:3). But they were only instruments of God! If God, on the last day, extinguishes the wicked, I’ll celebrate my misreading of his words. Christ suffered on the Cross to pay the price for our sin. III. Some people wonder why life is so hard. the Bible, it would be John 3:16. God exists in three Persons. This BibleGateway.com widget is provided as an educational resource only. But the Bible contradicts all of those ideas. John Piper Dec 18, 1994 25 Shares Sermon. GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF HIS SON: III. Many hold this passage very dear. “The only begotten Son of God” – the Second Person of the Trinity – God the Son. Others think they are saved by experiencing the Holy Spirit. PLEASE HOLD FOR AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM GOD. So let’s think about this for a few moments tonight. Many people do anything they can to avoid the bad times. He has been “the only begotten Son of God” for all eternity past. He was God in human flesh. … John 3:16. Dr. Hymers’ e-mail is at rlhymersjr@sbcglobal.net (click here). Introduction (John 3:1-15) This morning we come to what may well be the most familiar verse in all the Bible – John 3:16. The Bible has a far different definition of love than the world. Sermon: “God Sent His Son to Save the World” (John 3:16-17) March 18, 2012 It’s the summer of 1977. 1 “John 3:16 – God’s Passionate Love for You” (A Lenten Sermon Series on Passionate Spirituality) John 3:14-21 . Otherwise you can never understand what He did on the Cross. Others say He was a great prophet. He gave us the perfect gift of His unlimited love (I John 3:1). I think it will be helpful to let John 3:16 answer three questions: (1) Who is Christ? II. I think most sermons which have John 3.16 as their text explain the phrase “he gave his only begotten Son” by … Apr 26, 1998 – … That is what the Bible means when it says, “he gave his only begotten Son.” That is what the Bible means when it says “It pleased the Lord to bruise him.” God Himself put Jesus on the Cross! there was a verse that Satan would love to blot out of. They live for the good times, but the good times are over quickly. B. The purpose of this website is to provide free sermon manuscripts and sermon videos to pastors and missionaries throughout the world, especially the Third World, where there are few if any theological seminaries or Bible schools. Dr. Hymers’ e-mail is rlhymersjr@sbcglobal.net. December 19, 1999. (2) Why did Christ die? “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” (by Joseph M. Scriven, 1819-1886). You may telephone him at (818)352-0452. GOD SO LOVED - The word “so” often denotes intensity. For God So Loved the World. Yet, Jesus Christ is, and always has been, the “only begotten Son of God.”. What this is saying is that God gave us his Son so that if we believe in him we will receive eternal life. Sharon Snapp-Kolas, preaching The problems in the churches were caused by false teachers who had left the church (2:19). He is of the same essence as God the Father. 2. ~John 1:1-4. Sunday, March 18, 2012 . God So Loved. The faith. that we exercise is even a gift from God. There is no point on which I’d more gladly be wrong than the eternal duration of hell. if you can. It means that Jesus is the Second Person of the Trinity. | 134 views. Yet annihilation seems inconsistent with Scripture. God put Jesus on the Cross for you and for me. It is extremely important for you to know who Christ is. Dec 25, 1994. This Is the Judgment: Light Has Come into the World. Many people are miserable. These words say it all; we cannot brighten the sun. Some say He was a martyr. A. Chuck Smith :: Sermon Notes for John 3:16 ← Back to Chuck Smith's Bio & Resources "GOD'S LOVE." 1 John 3:16-24 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: This is a pastoral letter to churches in conflict––written to address the conflict and to prevent its spread. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). “For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one” (I John 5:7). Intro: The phone rang the other day and I answered it.After several seconds of silence a voice on the other end of the line spoke and said: “ Please hold for important information. A. First, who is Christ? (END OF SERMON) Jesus is not an idea or … John Piper May 17, 2009 77 Shares Sermon. B. Yet so profound, few have dared to preach from this text. 1 John 3:16-24: Introduction: 1. (To download the PowerPoint file for this sermon, Click Here) Pastor Scott L. Harris. If He was only a man, then His death on the Cross has little meaning today. I. Jesus is the Second Person. John 3:16. Through the Blood of Jesus our sins are forgiven and forgotten. The Destiny: Eternal Life. Scripture: John 3:22–30. Tonight I am honored to speak to you about Jesus. Jesus was then born in a human body. from our church, are copyrighted and can only be used by permission. If you want to write to Dr. Hymers by postal mail, his address is P.O. It has been called a love letter. (John 3:16) Destroy. In this study, we take a close look at this amazing passage. Topic: The Four Interesting Things of John 3:16. Some say Jesus was a victim. Scripture: John 3:16. The Bible says. John 3:16-21 (ESV) “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. Chuck Smith :: Sermon Notes for 1 John 3:16 ← Back to Chuck Smith's Bio & Resources "1 JOHN 3:16" I. You can read Dr. Hymers' sermons each week on the Internet You may not know it but God has the perfect gift for you this Christmas. Hundreds of others watch the videos on YouTube, but they soon leave YouTube and come to our website. Free Access to Sermons on John 3:16 17, Church Sermons, Illustrations on John 3:16 17, and Preaching Slides on John 3:16 17. Click on “Sermon Manuscripts.”. "Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." It just rattles off the tongues of many—even most—Christians. II. John 3:16 the miniature gospel. The Bible tells us exactly how to be saved. John Piper Dec 25, 1994 47 Shares Sermon. May 17, 2009. A. There is an old saying that goes like this; ''Familiarity … GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF FAITH, IV. Please stand as I read John 3:16. God “gave his only begotten Son”! The purpose of this website is to provide free sermon manuscripts and sermon videos to pastors and Many people think they receive it by saying a prayer or “coming forward.” Still others think they receive salvation by believing the plan of salvation. D.  He gave us the perfect gift of a new home – heaven. at www.sermonsfortheworld.com. GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF ETERNAL LIFE, THE PROVISIONS OF GOD FOR THE BELIEVER IN THE NEW JERUSALEM, Prophecy 201 – THE ETERNITY OF GOD: THE NEW HEAVENS AND EARTH AND THE NEW JERUSALEM, PROPHECY 200 – THE NEW JERUSALEM, THE CITY OF GOD, IT’S CITIZENS AND PROVISIONS, THE NEW JERUSALEM, THE CITY OF GOD (PART II): ITS CITIZENS AND PROVISIONS, Prophecy 198 – THE NEW JERUSALEM, THE CITY OF GOD PART II: ITS CITIZENS AND PROVISIONS. Or maybe a better question is: “Have you ever received a perfect gift?”, I guess the answer to the first one might be “I hope so!”. God sent Jesus to be crucified. Solo Sung Before the Sermon by Mr. Benjamin Kincaid Griffith: by Jerry Watts. We do not need to go to Webster’s Dictionary to find the meaning of love. These sermon manuscripts are not copyrighted. Both Timothy and Lara are my personal friends. November 29, 2009 “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. Whenever you write to Dr. Hymers always tell him what country you live in, or he cannot answer you. II. 31, no. John further reveals that the one known as the Word is He who be-came known as Jesus the Christ (John 1:14), and it was through Jesus that everything was made that was made (John 1:3, Colossians 1:15–18). “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” (by Joseph M. Scriven, 1819-1886). C.  He is the mighty God – Revelation 19:6. I. “Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood” (Romans 3:25). If ever God Loves Us I. Intro: This is perhaps the greatest text in the Bible. What is eternal life? permission. So hard to understand this concept of God’s love. There are many ideas about Christ. In John Piper’s longest and most memorable sermon series, he tracks the magisterial epistle of the apostle Paul to the Romans — the greatest letter ever written. Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 1, 2021. B. Jesus existed as God the Son before He was conceived in flesh in the womb of Mary. | 298 views. A number of scholars think of this as a sermon in written form. If ever. But the Bible itself says that Christ is the “only begotten Son” of God. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). There is no mention here of the Holy Spirit being a part of … Text: John 3:16 Vance Havner said, “Christmas is based on an exchange of gifts, the gift of God to man—His unspeakable gift of His Son, and the gift of man to God—when we present our bodies a living sacrifice.” -- Vance Havner in The Vance Havner Quote Book. Therefore there is nothing left for us to do except trust Him! Don’t such words imply an end to suffering? Let’s think about Christmas a little and begin with an important question:  “Have you found the perfect gift for everyone on your Christmas list? With understanding God’s love as portrayed in John 3:16 … Read it with me … “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son." With sorrow and pain in his heart, God the Father sent Jesus Christ to the Cross to pay the penalty for your sins. These sermon manuscripts and videos now go out to about 1,500,000 computers in over 221 countries every year at www.sermonsfortheworld.com. C.  He gave us the perfect gift of His unconditional love (I John 4:19). “God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law” (Galatians 4:4). John 3:16, is another example of as simple text, with incredibly rich meaning. The message is clear, but the wisdom of those words are far reaching. GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF ETERNAL LIFE “…should not perish but have everlasting life.”. John Piper John 3.16 reads, “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.” 2. By Rev. The Roman soldiers drove nails through His hands and feet. Believe in Him! Perish. The good news is that “God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn … Others say He was a good teacher. To do so is to court failure, no way can we ever fathom the depths that are here. Our text says. To what we love the most we give the most. I wish I could say they do. Christianity Today, Vol. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. John 3:16-21. God's Love - The Heart Of Christmas. from God written in blood and addressed to all. However, we must accept His salvation. Of course this perfect gift is His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. We’ve spent more than three months engaging with the story of God and God’s people as told in scripture, from the very beginning. theological GOD HAS GIVEN US THE PERFECT GIFT OF FAITH   “that whoever believes in Him…”  “For by Grace are you saved through faith;  and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God.” (2:8). It has been called the. 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