John 3: 16
“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.”
As Jesus speaks to Nicodemus, he reveals everything that is important to him. His love for Nicodemus is evident in how he treats him and answers his questions. There are no hidden motives in Nicodemus’ heart, only a sincere desire to understand Jesus; who he was and what he was saying.
In this passage Jesus outlines the essence of what would become Christianity:
1. God loves the world and all the people he created.
2. There is a need to save the people of the world from perishing.
3. God has a Son, and somehow the son is given over.
4. Belief in the Son is the path to avoid perishing and have eternal life.
Q: If you were to share these truths with someone today, how would you say it?