Who Is the "Whosoever" in John 3:16?
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16 (KJV)
John 3:16 is one of the most well-known verses in Scripture, proclaiming God’s love for the world and the gift of His Son for salvation. But who is the “whosoever” that believes? Some interpret this verse as teaching universal atonement, suggesting that salvation is available to all based on human free will. However, a closer look at Scripture reveals a different perspective.