--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: For God so loved the world that he gave…" description: "\"“For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. -John, Apostle (and brothe..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33f/john-apostle-248916_bible_for-god-so-loved-the-world-that-he-gave_2328672.jpg" --- # For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that… ![“For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. -John, Apostle (and brother?) of Jesus, The Bible (RSV, non-Catholic), 3:16” quote by John Apostle](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33f/john-apostle-248916_bible_for-god-so-loved-the-world-that-he-gave_2328672.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33f/john-apostle-248916_bible_for-god-so-loved-the-world-that-he-gave_2328672.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33f/john-apostle-248916_bible_for-god-so-loved-the-world-that-he-gave_2328672.jpg) > ““For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. -John, Apostle (and brother?) of Jesus, The Bible (RSV, non-Catholic), 3:16”” [John Apostle](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/john-apostle/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. God's love is demonstrated by giving His Son, offering eternal life to believers. **In simple terms:** God loves us deeply. Key Takeaway Accept divine love and promise. Themes faith love eternity salvation divine sacrifice belief spirituality hope redemption comfort Mood reverent hopeful Type scripture teaching When to use this quote - when seeking purpose - when facing mortality - when exploring spirituality Key Concepts theological doctrine personal faith moral example eternal promise Questions to Reflect On - How does this promise affect your daily life? - What does 'eternal life' mean to you? 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