Introduction

Good morning, beloved family of God. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred space, where the sacred Word of God is our guide and Jesus, our Savior, is our focus. Today, we are going to be examining one of the most well-known, yet deeply profound verses in the Bible - John 3:16.

This verse, my dear friends, is the gospel in a nutshell. It's the crux of our faith, the heartbeat of our hope, and the anthem of our love. It tells us of a heavenly Father who loved us so much that He gave up His most precious Jewel, His only Son, Jesus, for our salvation.

Today, we will be looking at this Jewel of Heaven, Jesus, who made the ultimate sacrifice for us. We will be considering the Justification we have through Jesus, a justification that is not earned but given freely because of His great love for us. And finally, we will reflect upon the Joy that comes from receiving this Gift of Jesus.

In the words of the esteemed preacher Charles Spurgeon, "It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness." This is the joy we find in Jesus, a joy that is not dependent on our circumstances, but on the unchanging love of our Savior.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, we thank You for this day, for the privilege of gathering together as Your children. As we turn our hearts and minds to Your Word, we ask that You would open our eyes to see the beauty of Your love expressed through Your Son, Jesus. Help us to grasp the depth of Your love for us, a love so great that You gave Your only Son for our salvation. May the truth of Your Word penetrate our hearts and transform our lives. We ask this in the precious name of Jesus. Amen.

Jesus: The Jewel of Heaven

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, there are countless celestial bodies, each unique and beautiful in its own way. Yet, among them all, there is one that outshines them all - the jewel of the heavens, the sun. Its brilliance is unparalleled, its warmth life-giving. In the spiritual realm, Jesus is this sun, the radiant jewel of heaven. His brilliance outshines all, and His love gives life.

Jesus, the Son of God, left the splendor of heaven to come to our world. He was born in a humble stable, not a royal palace. He lived a simple life, not one of luxury and ease. He was a carpenter, not a king. Yet, in His humility and simplicity, we see the beauty of His character. He was compassionate and kind, always ready to help those in need. He was patient and forgiving, always ready to extend grace to those who had wronged Him. He was wise and understanding, always ready to teach those who were willing to learn. In Jesus, we see the heart of God - a heart full of love for humanity.

Jesus' life on earth was marked by selfless service. He healed the sick, fed the hungry, comforted the brokenhearted, and preached the good news of the kingdom of God. He touched lepers, ate with sinners, and welcomed children. He did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many. In Jesus, we see the work of God - a work of redemption and restoration.

Jesus' death on the cross was the ultimate demonstration of His love. He was innocent, yet He was condemned. He was sinless, yet He bore our sins. He was divine, yet He suffered as a human. He was the Son of God, yet He died a criminal's death. But His death was not the end. On the third day, He rose again, victorious over sin and death. In Jesus' death and resurrection, we see the power of God - a power that brings life out of death, hope out of despair, and joy out of sorrow.

Jesus' ascension to heaven was the completion of His mission on earth. He returned to His Father, having accomplished the work He was sent to do. He now sits at the right hand of God, interceding for us. He is preparing a place for us in heaven, and He will come again to take us to be with Him. In Jesus' ascension, we see the promise of God - a promise of eternal life with Him.

In all these aspects, we see Jesus as the jewel of heaven. His life, His teachings, His miracles, His death, His resurrection, and His ascension all reveal His divine nature and His deep love for us. He is the embodiment of God's love, the manifestation of His grace, and the guarantee of His promises. He is the light of the world, the bread of life, the good shepherd, the true vine, the way, the truth, and the life. He is the jewel of heaven, the most precious gift of God to humanity.

Justification through Jesus

As we consider the magnitude of God's love, we find ourselves standing at the foot of the cross, where Jesus, the Son of God, took our place ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO