How did the gospel travel from Jerusalem to your life today?

In this series, Pastor Clayton reveals the heart of God’s mission: the Father’s love that sent the Son so the world could be saved. John 3:16 shows us that salvation is not an accident—it’s the result of God’s intentional, sacrificial love for a world in darkness.

This message explores the Father’s love, the Son’s sacrifice, and our invitation to believe and be sent. Jesus was lifted up not for praise, but to take on sin and judgment so that everyone who believes can have eternal life. The gospel is both a rescue and a mission—meant to be received and shared.

Scriptures Referenced:

- John 3:13–21

- Numbers 21:4–9

- John 20:21

Keywords:

John 3:16 explained, why Jesus was sent, God’s love for the world, gospel message, eternal life, Christian mission, faith in Jesus, Bible sermon, salvation, evangelism

God loved the world enough to send His Son. The question is how we will respond—to hide from the light or step into it and live sent.

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