He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. — John 3:36 KJV
Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God’s wrath remains on them. — John 3:36 NIV
Reflection on Verse for Today
This verse presents a clear choice between belief in Jesus as the Son of God and rejection of him. Those who believe in Jesus have the promise of eternal life, while those who reject him face the consequence of God’s wrath.
Now we can see the importance of faith in Jesus as the way to receive eternal life. It underscores that the key factor in determining our eternal destiny is not our good deeds or moral character, but our belief in Jesus. At the same time, it also highlights the seriousness of rejecting Jesus and the consequences that come with it.
The mention of God’s wrath in this verse raises the question of why God would be angry with those who reject Jesus. The answer lies in the fact that Jesus is not only the Son of God but also the Savior of the world. He came to offer salvation to all who would believe in him, and to reject him is to reject the offer of salvation that God has provided.
In summary, John 3:36 emphasizes the importance of belief in Jesus as the means of receiving eternal life and warns of the consequences of rejecting him. It underscores the centrality of Jesus in God’s plan of salvation and calls on us to place our faith in him as our Savior and Lord.
My Prayer
Dear God,
As I reflect on John 3:36, I am reminded of the importance of placing my faith in Jesus as the Son of God and the only way to eternal life. Help me to have a deeper understanding of the significance of this truth and to live my life in accordance with it.
I pray that you would strengthen my faith in Jesus and help me to trust him more fully. Give me the courage to share this truth with others and to be a witness for Christ in my everyday life.
I also pray for those who have not yet placed their faith in Jesus. May they come to know him as their Savior and Lord and experience the joy and peace that comes with eternal life.
Thank you for your love and grace, and for the gift of salvation through Jesus. May I always seek to follow him and glorify you in all that I do.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.