The Code Youth T-Shirt
THE CODE
"The Code" embodies the transformative power of light in our darkest moments, inspired by John 3:16-21. It speaks to those struggling with life's challenges, turning to temporary solutions like alcohol, drugs, and other vices. As Christ's light enters our lives, we gain a new perspective, climbing out of darkness into freedom, much like emerging from a cave into the light. The design features Morse code that translates to "God Loves You," symbolizing the message of hope and divine love. Here are F4R key takeaways:
1. Darkness and Light:
o John 3:19-21 (NIV): "This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed. But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God."
o Transformation: The struggle against darkness symbolizes the internal battles many face. Christ’s light offers a new perspective, leading them out of darkness.
2. The Struggle:
o Temporal Solutions: Many turn to alcohol, drugs, and other temporary methods to cope with life's strains, but these solutions lead to further darkness.
o Realization: The journey in "The Code" highlights the moment of realization where individuals recognize the futility of these temporary solutions.
3. Introduction of Light:
o John 3:16 (NIV): "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."
o Hope and New Beginning: Christ's light introduces hope and the possibility of a new beginning. His light shines into the darkest corners, revealing a path to freedom and redemption.
4. The Journey to Freedom:
o Climbing Out of Darkness: The imagery of emerging from a dark cave into the light symbolizes the personal journey of transformation. It emphasizes the struggle, the climb, and ultimately, the liberation found in Christ.
o John 3:17 (NIV): "For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him."
o Salvation: The end goal is not just escape from darkness but embracing the fullness of life and freedom that Christ offers.
"The Code" serves as a reminder that true freedom comes from embracing Christ's light, stepping out of darkness, and living a life transformed by His love and grace. It is a call to action for those ready to leave behind the temporary and embrace the eternal, finding new life in the light of Christ.
JOHN 3:16-21
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16 “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.
17 God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him.
18 “There is no judgment against anyone who believes in him. But anyone who does not believe in him has already been judged for not believing in God’s one and only Son.
19 And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil.
20 All who do evil hate the light and refuse to go near it for fear their sins will be exposed.
21 But those who do what is right come to the light so others can see that they are doing what God wants.”
- 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.
17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil.
20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.
21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
- 16 For God so greatly loved and dearly prized the world that He [even] gave up His only begotten (unique) Son, so that whoever believes in (trusts in, clings to, relies on) Him shall not perish (come to destruction, be lost) but have eternal (everlasting) life.
17 For God did not send the Son into the world in order to judge (to reject, to condemn, to pass sentence on) the world, but that the world might find salvation and be made safe and sound through Him.
18 He who believes in Him [who clings to, trusts in, relies on Him] is not judged [he who trusts in Him never comes up for judgment; for him there is no rejection, no condemnation--he incurs no damnation]; but he who does not believe (cleave to, rely on, trust in Him) is judged already [he has already been convicted and has already received his sentence] because he has not believed in and trusted in the name of the only begotten Son of God. [He is condemned for refusing to let his trust rest in Christ's name.]
19 The [basis of the] judgment (indictment, the test by which men are judged, the ground for the sentence) lies in this: the Light has come into the world, and people have loved the darkness rather than and more than the Light, for their works (deeds) were evil. [Isa_5:20]
20 For every wrongdoer hates (loathes, detests) the Light, and will not come out into the Light but shrinks from it, lest his works (his deeds, his activities, his conduct) be exposed and reproved.
21 But he who practices truth [who does what is right] comes out into the Light; so that his works may be plainly shown to be what they are--wrought with God [divinely prompted, done with God's help, in dependence upon Him].
Soft Apparel
- 4.2 oz./yd² (US) 7 oz./L yd (CA), 100% airlume combed and ringspun cotton, 32 singles
- Retail fit
- Unisex sizing
- Side seams
- Tear away label
Finished Measurements
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 20 7/8 | 22 1/8 | 23 3/8 | 24 3/8 |
| Body Length Tolerance | 3/4 | 3/4 | 3/4 | 3/4 |
| Chest Tolerance | 3/4 | 3/4 | 3/4 | 3/4 |
| Chest Width | 31 | 32 1/2 | 34 1/2 | 36 1/2 |
| Sizes (US) | 6-8 | 10-12 | 14-16 | 18-20 |
Durable Apparel
- 5.3 oz./yd² (US) 8.8 oz./L yd (CA), 100% cotton, 20 singles
- Midweight fabric
- Classic fit
- Non-topstitched, classic width, rib collar
- Taped neck and shoulders
- Double-needle sleeve and bottom hems
- CPSIA Tracking Label Compliant
- Tear away label
Finished Measurements
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 20 1/2 | 22 | 23 1/2 | 25 | 26 1/2 |
| Body Length Tolerance | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 |
| Chest Tolerance | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 | -/+ 1 |
| Chest Width | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 |
| Sizes (US) | 4 | 6-8 | 10-12 | 14-16 | 18-20 |