John 3:17

Chinese Bible Wenli 1823 (Traditional) (米憐文理《神天聖書》)

蓋神遣厥子降世非為審定罪世、乃致世因之而可得救也。

这是什么意思？

This verse says that God didn't send Jesus to judge the world but to save it. It's part of a conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, showing that salvation is available through faith in Christ.

儿童解释

Imagine your parents sent you to school not to scold everyone but to help others learn. That’s what God did with Jesus: He came not to say who was bad, but to offer a way for everyone to be good and happy.

历史背景

The Gospel of John was written by the apostle John around 90-100 AD. It targets both Jews and Gentiles, emphasizing that Jesus is the Son of God and offers eternal life to believers in a world often hostile to new religious ideas.

今日应用

Imagine a situation where someone is about to judge another harshly for their mistakes; John 3:17 reminds us that our role isn't to condemn but to extend love and help, much like Jesus did.

主题

• salvation
• judgment
• faith
• God's love
• mission of Jesus
• divine purpose

相关经文

• John 12:46
• Romans 5:8
• 1 Timothy 1:15
• Luke 9:56
• Matthew 18:7

常见问题

Does this verse mean we shouldn't judge others?

While it doesn’t explicitly say not to judge, it emphasizes that our primary role isn't condemnation but offering salvation and love as Jesus did.

How does God's purpose in sending his Son relate to my life?

It means your life can be a part of sharing this message of salvation and grace with others, just as Jesus was sent to do.

What does 'to condemn the world' mean here?

This phrase suggests that God didn’t send Jesus to point out flaws or failures but instead to offer redemption and a chance for new life in Christ.

How can I apply this verse when facing difficult people?

Instead of reacting with judgment, see if there’s a way you can share the message of hope and salvation that Jesus brings to everyone.