For God So Loved the “WORLD”, Part 1 (John 3:16)

Summary

Pastor Chris McCoo explores the meaning of the word "world" in John 3:16, challenging the common interpretation that it refers to every person without exception. He emphasizes the importance of rightly dividing scripture and understanding the "world" as the elect, those chosen by God before the foundation of the world. The sermon highlights the distinction between regeneration and redemption and stresses that God's love in John 3:16 is efficacious and particular, not universal in the common sense. The message encourages a deeper scriptural study to avoid contradictions and misunderstandings about God's love and salvation.