The Bible provides several reasons for why Jesus came to earth, which are revealed through His mission and purpose as described in the Gospel of John.
To take away the sin of the world (John 1:29)
John the Baptist declares:
"Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!"
Jesus came as the sacrificial Lamb to atone for humanity’s sins, offering redemption and reconciliation with God.
To provide eternal life (John 3:16)
Jesus explains the depth of God’s love:
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
The purpose of Jesus’ coming was to save humanity from perishing by granting eternal life to those who believe in Him.
To do the will of the Father (John 6:40)
Jesus declares:
"For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day."
His mission was to fulfill God’s will by bringing salvation and the promise of resurrection to believers.
To give abundant life (John 10:10)
Jesus contrasts His purpose with that of the thief:
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly."
Jesus came not just to save but to bring a fulfilling, meaningful, and joyful life, both spiritually and eternally.
To glorify the Father through His sacrifice (John 12:27)
As He approached His crucifixion, Jesus said:
"Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? ‘Father, save me from this hour’? But for this purpose I have come to this hour."
Jesus’ ultimate purpose was to glorify God through His death and resurrection, accomplishing the plan of salvation.
Jesus came to earth to reveal God’s love, offer forgiveness of sins, grant eternal life, fulfill God’s will, and provide abundant life to all who believe in Him. His mission was to bring glory to the Father through His redemptive work on the cross.
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