EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 5 MIN
The World He Loved
from Friends Following Jesus · host Dr. Carson Weitnauer
We love John 3:16 because it feels safe. It's an inspirational thought printed on bumper stickers and In-N-Out cups. But if you read the whole passage, the text starts to feel uncomfortably intrusive. Jesus didn't come to offer a ticket to heaven. He shines a spotlight on our worst secrets. But why?The Daily for John 3:16-21To get The Daily in your inbox, sign up at https://friendsfollowingjesus.com/the-daily/subscribe
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We love John 3:16 because it feels safe. It's an inspirational thought printed on bumper stickers and In-N-Out cups. But if you read the whole passage, the text starts to feel uncomfortably intrusive. Jesus didn't come to offer a ticket to heaven. He shines a spotlight on our worst secrets. But why?The Daily for John 3:16-21To get The Daily in your inbox, sign up at https://friendsfollowingjesus.com/the-daily/subscribe
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