Theme: When Jesus promised us “eternal life” in John 3:16, did he mean something more than a reserved place at a future table? Eternal life is the gift of the NOW now.
In the gospel text for this week we read one of the most memorable, most quoted, most painted-on signs held up at football games: John 3:16. 3:16 proclaims the gift of the gospel mission and message: “For God so loved the world that He gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.” This Earth-shattering declaration is made at the conclusion of a combined dialogue and narrative that are packed with astonishing news. Nicodemus, a recognized and respected Pharisee, comes to Jesus at night. His fledgling faith was based upon the miracles that Jesus was performing. Wha…ChristianGlobe Networks, Inc., Leonard Sweet Commentary, by Leonard Sweet