God So Loved the World - Shenandoah Christian Music Camp
Description
"God So Loved the World" composed by Bob Chilcott. Sung at the 18th Annual Choral Festival 2025 of Shenandoah Christian Music Camp (VA). Conducted by Ivan Godoy.
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The Historic Faith · Hymn Companion
God So Loved the World
Words by Bible, John 3:16-17 (King James Version)Music by Bob Chilcott
God so loved the world,
that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whoso believeth in him should not perish,
but have everlasting life.
For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world;
but that the world through him might be saved.
Story Behind the Song
Bob Chilcott's "God So Loved the World" is a modern choral anthem setting the familiar words of John 3:16-17. It is not a traditional congregational hymn with a standard hymn tune, but a composed choral work commonly listed in choral music catalogues. The text proclaims the Gospel summary that God's sending of the Son was for salvation rather than condemnation.