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Arguably, John 3:16 is the most well-known verse in the Bible. In some parts of the world, it appears on billboards, T-shirts, and signs at sporting events—for good reason. John 3:16 summarizes the hope of the gospel in a sentence. But like many passages in Scripture, there is deeper and richer meaning when we read it in context. And you don’t have to go far from John 3:16 to find an important, hopeful truth. In the next verse (John 3:17), we’re told that Jesus was not sent to judge or condemn. Jesus came to save the world. Jesus came to bring hope to a world in desperate need of it. Jesus came to make things right. And our surrender to Him allows us to be saved and participate in that hope-giving mission to the world.
REFLECT
- How does John 3:17 provide context for the hope expressed in John 3:16?
RESPOND
- Reflect on John 3:16–17. Where do you find hope in these verses? What hope is there for the world?
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About this Plan
Welcome to Lent, a season of anticipation and preparation. We invite you to spend the weeks leading Easter tuning in to the heart of Jesus and considering His way, values, and principles in the world. When we sit at Jesus’ feet as students, hope for what is to come and what’s possible blossoms. May this Lenten season bloom hope afresh in your heart.
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