For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (John 3:16)

Here is the most beloved verse in the Bible. What a revelation of God, of Christ, of the depths and power of love! How could He? Abraham gave his son, and God graciously gave him back. But God’s Son – the Son of His love – the only Begotten One – was given to a lost world, to sinful men. How did He give Him? Clothed in human form – a man! Oh, the wonders of such a love! How it should stir our hearts! How we should love God for His gift! How we should love our Lord Jesus Christ – God’s Only Begotten Son”!

Lord, help us with hearts throbbing for a lost world to go forth today, and all the days, to tell the story of sinful, suffering men. Amen.