This accessible SATB anthem sets the beloved text of John 3:16 in a clear, heartfelt, and expressive musical style. The piece opens with steady, homophonic declamation of the words “For God so loved the world” (page 1), allowing the meaning of the Scripture to speak directly through the choir.

As the anthem progresses into pages 2–3, the voices move together in a warm, unified texture, repeating key phrases such as “so we might live” and “shall not perish” with gentle rhythmic emphasis and reassuring harmonic motion. The music remains steady and unhurried, supporting the message with clarity and sincerity.

The final section (page 4) concludes with a series of joyful “alleluia” phrases followed by a calm, resonant ending on “He gave his only Son.”

The writing is accessible for most choirs, making it well suited for church services, Easter season, baptisms, or any worship context focused on God’s love and redemption.

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Voices:

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass