Rock on…. This is really well done. Cute, simple and to the point. …wow…
John 3:16 ”For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
I saw this tonight while watching the Bronco versus Patriots Post Season game.
I’m sure this had nothing to do with Tim Tebow 
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the most disgusting display of religiosity ever on television. Saying people who don't believe in Jesus will perish? Outrageous
@tebowgohome… They repeated a Bible verse. They didn't interpret it. It stands on it's own. Why aren't people as quick to be disgusted by the constant garbage commercials and horror movie previews. With all the absolute evil that is on TV, you think children repeating a well known Bible verse is "Outrageous"? All I can say is that I'm hopeful that you'll one day see that this verse is not one of condemnation, but of freedom.
this was the best part of the game.
That's absolutely true…
Amen…. it is going to be a long game for poor Tim Teebo.
It certainly will be the best commercial during the game for sure. It brought tears to my eyes. Kudos to CBS!
Well, according to the Scriptures, people who don't believe in Jesus will perish. Maybe you ought to look into Him.
What is wrong with you? tebowgohome?
To me, it's outrageous that people find quoting the Bible on TV to be outrageous.
What's outrageous about children repeating a Bible verse?
Those same children see cheerleaders in outfits that promote sex, not football.
Those same children hear God's name blasphemed on TV and in movies all the time.
Those same children see Victoria's Secret and all kinds of sex-related commercials on prime time TV.
Those same children hear on the news that it's "Okay" to do things directly contrary to the Bible they quoted, but it's not Okay in many situations to quote that Bible.
Accept Jesus as your Savior and you will have everlasting life. That is one of the major points of the New Testament, and that is what these children were saying.
Saaaaaaaaaweet! †
The Power of God is Amazing!!! Jesus Christ is his one and only son! He died for us… I know I will live because of him †
Totally awesome!
Why is it ok to see TV shows and commercials that have alot of underlying sex ( two and a half men) ect. but not ok to see innocent children probably 5-8 years old say a bible verse? I'm not overly religious one way or the other but really??????
"Religion" is over-rated. I believe in Truth and everything else falls into place
CHILLS. TRUTH.
You don't get it. Watching horror movies or garbage on TV is completely different. This ad clearly states (or implies) – If you don't believe in Jesus you will burn in the eternal lake of fire. Tell me that isn't the case. And to use children to spread that hatred against "non-believers". Show me another commercial that threatens death if you don't believe in something. Let me say it again "threaten death" unless you believe in something. Is that what you want your kids to go to school and say to their friends, "read John 3:16 and believe it or you will die". Come on.
Well, someday one of us will find out we're wrong. Until that time, I stand on the truth that the verse is one of Salvation and not condemnation.
I do appreciate you sharing your view. It's never easy to carry the minority opinion in a conversation. I agree that Christians should be sensitive to those who see this message as a threat. It shouldn't stop us from speaking what we believe to be true – but it's important to know how it may be perceived.
We get it. You don't get it. That verse isn't talking about dying in the mortal sense. It's talking about everlasting life. You don't believe in Jesus and you're still alive. however, if you don't change your ways and believe in Jesus then yes, you will be in for eternal condemnation when you die in the mortal sense. That is the major point of the New Testament.
The point isn't "You're going to die if you don't accept Jesus". Open the Bible and see for yourself.
You know about this time every year I see commercials that warn people of the hazards of drunk driving. In fact the ones that seem to be most effective are those that show the actual tragic accidents where not just the drunk driver experienced death but at times other innocent victims. I do not see this as a condemnation of those that drink and drive but a way of reaching out to those that may be tempted to do so and discourage them from getting behind the wheel. The hope here is to save lives. The theme of John 3:16 is not one of condemning people to death but one of salvation from the death that all human kind has earned. For all of us have sinned and earned or deserve the consequences of our sinful state. The good news is that God so loved us in our sinful state that He sent His only Son to pay the price that I could not pay. Jesus took upon himself the wrath of God, that my sin deserved, and imparted to me His righteousness so that I may receive eternal life. To tell people that drinking and driving might kill you is not condemning but saving. To tell people that believing in Jesus will save you from perishing is not condemning but rather loving. "For God so loved……."
Best day in football! About time to recognize His greatness all around us!
Yes that is exactly what I want my kids to say!!!! Because it is plain and simple believe in the LORD and his word or yes you will die. If you don't like it then don't watch it!! isn't that what the unbelievers say to the believers?? So glad the BELIEVERS finally got something in their favor!!
God is AMAZING!!! I soo agree with Tina!!
Well now we're getting into theological debate territory, aguments that have gone on for centuries. I just can't remember a commercial that threatens death (and yes it is a threat – any way you look at it) if you don't have a particular religious belief. I'm still waiting for an example. I do know that most of the new testament portrays Jesus as a compasionate person (or God) who wouldn't need to threaten death upon anyone if they didn't accept him. It was his disciples dozens if not hundreds of years after is death that wrote the gospels. And don't forget – a vast portion of Christians don't see the need to threaten eternal damnation upon anyone. Are they lesser Christians than you?
BTW – if you follow the scripture word-for-word – which you say you do – why not come out and say and preach on the commercial the literal phrase – "burn in the eternal lake of fire" instead of hide behind the phrase "perish". I'll tell you why – because you would be ashamed to do it. You know deep down that it is a hateful position. How could you love a god like that? Would you strive to be like him in his mercilessness? Who would want to seek salvation from such a God? Again the answer is that Jesus didn't believe this. His desciples did. So come out and say it folks – be literal – we'll all burn in the lake of fire unless we accept Jesus into your heart". If you don't have the guts to say it, look in the mirror and question your own faith.
Do you question yours?
@Tebowgohome, I don't think you're here actually looking to understand what I believe, but rather to voice your offense.
So, this will be the last response I have:
Christ did speak of this issue in more than on place, but for now I'll reference this verse. Matthew 14: 41 The Son of man shall send forth his angels, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend, and them which do iniquity; 42 And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.43 Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.
If you review just about any reliable historical account, you'll see that it wasn't 100's of years before his followers wrote the gospels. These were first hand accounts.
The question isn't how can I follow a God who would send me to hell, the question is how could I possibly not follow a Christ who died to ensure I could be saved from it….
You are allowed to have your beliefs, and I respect you for that.
And yes, at least you are admitting that "perish" is just a nice way of saying burn in eternal hell.
Not just Matthew 14;41 but also Matthew 13:42, 13:50, 22:13, 24:51, 25:30 and Luke 13:28 just for starters. Over and over Christ talks (or so his disciples say) about the fiery furnace and the weeping and gnashing of teeth that will be taking place there. It doesn't state that life will simply "end" as the commercial tries to make us believe with the word "perish".
You can try to pretty it up as much as we want to, but the scriptures present hell as a very real place where torment never ends for those who are sent there. Put that in your commercial if you dare. But you won't, because you know you'll be made out to be a fringe element, and you don't want to see yourself as such.
I've seen commercials that threaten death if you don't quit smoking, and that's as true as the message from today's commercial.
Such a silly proposition, only a child would believe it.
John 3:16 States that God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son SO THAT you would have eternal life in heaven. It is faith based. Either you believe it or you don't, it's up to you. If you do you should try to live as Jesus did forgiving others of their sins. Condemming the believers came from the Jews. Jihad comes from the Muslims, what is the difference. I believe in Jesus, he lived, he died, and he rose again, all documented in history. It is up to you to make up your mind what you believe and to be held accountable for those beliefs. I will try to convince you that Jesus is the only way, you will try to convince me otherwise. It will be decided on Judgment day for all; then we will know if I am right or if you are. I pray for all people whether they are Jewish, Muslim, or some other religion I am not aware. I pray for safety and peace for all! I am a Christian and proud of it, however I am not without sin, but I know I am forgiven by the Grace of God through his Son. May God bless you who ever you are and whatever you believe. BTW What are you AFRAID of and WHY!!!!