The Gospel According to John - Lesson 8, "He Must Be Lifted Up"

 In John 3:11–15, Jesus takes Nicodemus back to the Old Testament account in Numbers 21:4–9, where the Israelites rebelled against God, suffered the deadly consequences of their sin, and were given a way to live through the bronze serpent lifted up on a pole. This event was a foreshadowing of what Jesus would accomplish on the cross. Just as the Israelites were helpless to save themselves and had to look toward God's provision to receive healing, we are helpless to overcome the consequences of our sin and need God's provision of salvation. Through His death on the cross, Jesus took upon Himself the punishment our sins deserved, making a way for us to be reconciled to God and receive eternal life. The message reminds us of three important truths: sin brings death, God provides life, and we must look to Jesus in faith. Just as God provided a way for the Israelites to live, He has provided a way for us to have eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ. 

In His Service,

Pastor Brock