Many believers can recite John 3:16 by heart, but have you stopped to reflect on the verse that follows? In our daily prayer and devotional, Peyton Garland invites us to rediscover John 3:17—a reminder that Jesus did not come to condemn the world, but to save it. If your view of God has been shaped by fear, legalism, or religious trauma, this verse offers hope and healing. Instead of living under the shadow of condemnation, we can step into the freedom of Christ’s love, knowing His heart is for redemption, not punishment.

Main Takeaways


John 3:17 shows us Jesus’ mission is rooted in salvation, not condemnation.


Fear-based faith distorts God’s character and keeps us from intimacy with Him.


The gospel is not about our ability to please God, but about His desire to rescue and redeem us.


Shifting the focus from ourselves to Christ transforms our relationship with Him.


God’s heart is a safe place—full of hope, love, and protection.

Bible Verse Reference


John 3:17 – “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.”

Calls to Action


Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement rooted in God’s Word.


Share this episode with someone who struggles with fear in their faith.


Explore more devotionals and spiritual resources at Crosswalk.com.


Leave a review to help others discover the hope found in Jesus’ love.

Many believers can recite John 3:16 by heart, but have you stopped to reflect on the verse that follows? In our daily prayer and devotional, Peyton Garland invites us to rediscover John 3:17&mdash;a reminder that Jesus did not come to condemn the world, but to save it. If your view of God has been shaped by fear, legalism, or religious trauma, this verse offers hope and healing. Instead of living under the shadow of condemnation, we can step into the freedom of Christ&rsquo;s love, knowing His heart is for redemption, not punishment.
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Main Takeaways
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John 3:17 shows us Jesus&rsquo; mission is rooted in salvation, not condemnation.
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Fear-based faith distorts God&rsquo;s character and keeps us from intimacy with Him.
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The gospel is not about our ability to please God, but about His desire to rescue and redeem us.
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Shifting the focus from ourselves to Christ transforms our relationship with Him.
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God&rsquo;s heart is a safe place&mdash;full of hope, love, and protection.
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Bible Verse Reference
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<a data-start="1221" data-end="1280">John 3:17</a> &ndash; &ldquo;For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.&rdquo;
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Calls to Action
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Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement rooted in God&rsquo;s Word.
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Share this episode with someone who struggles with fear in their faith.
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Explore more devotionals and spiritual resources at <a href="https://www.crosswalk.com" data-start="1644" data-end="1686">Crosswalk.com</a>.
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Leave a review to help others discover the hope found in Jesus&rsquo; love.
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Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily...

Your Daily Prayer

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

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