John
John (the Apostle)
John presents Jesus as the divine Son of God who was with the Father from eternity. The most theological Gospel, it focuses on Jesus' 'I AM' statements and seven miraculous signs. Written so readers may believe and have life, John emphasizes faith, love, and the intimate relationship Jesus offers.
Chapters
Book Outline
The Word became flesh, dwelling among us.
Seven miraculous signs revealing Jesus' glory.
Farewell discourse, prayer, washing disciples' feet.
Arrest, trials, crucifixion, burial.
Empty tomb, appearances, commissioning Peter.
Key Themes
Divine Identity
Jesus is the eternal Word, one with the Father.
Belief and Life
Believing in Jesus brings eternal life.
Light and Darkness
Jesus is the light that overcomes spiritual darkness.
Love
God's love sent Jesus; believers are commanded to love.
Key Verses
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
Declaration of Christ's eternal divinity.
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.
The gospel in one verse.
I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
Jesus' exclusive claim as the way to God.
But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.
John's stated purpose for writing.
