The Undercover Adventist

  Here are the roles of the Father as explained by Jesus in chapters of John, with supporting verses and short summaries.  John 3  Source of Salvation (John 3:16)       "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 Father is the giver of eternal life through His love, manifested by sending His Son.  Judge and Justifier (John 3:17-18)       "For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him."       The Father’s role is not to condemn but to provide the means for justification and salvation.  John 6  Sustainer and Provider (John 6:32-33)       "For the bread of God is he who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world."       The Father is the one who gives true spiritual sus...