King James Bible
"For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved."
Jesus clarifies his mission is not judgment but rescue, countering Jewish expectations of a Messiah who would condemn Gentiles and sinners. This follows verse 16's declaration of God's love, emphasizing divine mercy over wrath. The purpose clause reveals God's redemptive intent extends universally to all people, not just Israel. Salvation comes specifically through Christ as the sole mediator, making him the focal point of God's rescue plan for humanity.