This study of the fourth gospel by john the apostle lays out the case for jesus dynamic nature as the godman and the various. 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. After an introductory lesson, each subsequent lesson exam. Participant handout guides if you are working with a class or small group, feel free to duplicate the following handouts at no additional. Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by the foundation. The genius of the gospel lies in the way in which john conceives of the relationship between the human and the divine. In this study we focus upon the famous prologue of the gospel according to john. Gospel of john study guide highland park campmeeting. Though it is assumed that john is the simple gospel, its not always assumed that the apostle john is the author of it. Jesus gives us some incredible imagery from agriculture, a very familiar theme in the first. This article also serves as the introduction and background material to our bible study series in the gospel of john.
The gospel of john free sermon outlines and bible studies. Follow along as john delivers his eyewitness account, and declares that jesus is, the son of god. The gnostics denied that jesus was god in flesh and had succeeded in perverting the faith of some. John continues the creation theme in verses 45, while introducing a double meaning, something that john does frequently throughout his gospel. Introduction to the gospel of john agape bible study. Written by a christian named john, the contents of the book indicate quite clearly that the author was not the john who was one of the twelve disciples of jesus, for it contains no direct personal references of the type that one would expect from an intimate. The other gospels all describe jesus heritage from an earthly perspective, john, in contrast, doesnt start with his ministry, his parents, or john the baptist. The gospel of john is the latestwritten of the four biographies of jesus that have been preserved in the new testament. It not only provides wonderful insights into the life and ministry of jesus with the stated purpose of generating belief in jesus. Knowing jesus study 1 leaders guide jesus christ is god jesus is eternal and one with the father. This seminarylevel study retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. The church traditionally depicted john as an eagle soaring above the other evangelists depicted as a man, an ox, and a lion.
Throughout christian history, it has been read and cherished far more than any of the other preserved accounts of jesus life. This study will allow the group to focus on the preeminence of jesus of nazarethnot only is jesus the way to god, but he is also god made. You are only 21 days away from something that will change your life. Various names have been connected with these heresies. Jerome said of john s gospel, john excels in the depths of divine mysteries. An artist begins a portrait by making several sketches. This is important, as it will set a foundation for all of our studies to come. Please feel free copy, and distribute as meets the purpose of helping yourself and others get to understand the purpose, person, and authority of jesus life and teaching according to the gospel of john. Our online gospel of john trivia quizzes can be adapted to suit your requirements for taking some of the top gospel of john quizzes. A study of the epistles of john gene taylor 5 first john. The gospel of john study the basics series created by studen mobilization if we were going to ask someone to write a biography on your life, your closest friend might give the best account.
In this study, we will focus on the character and nature of jesus. A six lesson audio bible study coursemany people have called the gospel of john, the mystical gospel. Studies in john will take you systematically through the book of john, and bring you to a crucial point of decision regarding historys most influential figure. Click on the graphic or link to download and print your pdf files. The questions are worded based on the translation known as the new king james version. The book of john series scott huckaby is developing a bible study series that will be a versebyverse exposition of the book of john. He studies his subject from different perspectives.
John s gospel is lengthy 21 chapters, but rich and deep. Peake delighted in the saying that he was a theological middleman, and i would be happy if the same could be said of me in regard to these volumes. Participant handout guides if you are working with a class or small group, feel. Many churches encourage these types of midweek studies, but each shares the same goalthat the people of god gather together in community to study the word, encourage one another, pray, and get equipped for the mission of making the gospel of jesus known to one. This study is designed with four sections which are to be done simultaneously. Plan for bible study can be used with any book of the bible. John 8 indepth versebyverse commentary and bible study of john chapter 8 in plain english. These worksheets are designed to be used as a companion to the study of the gospel of john.
Before we study each gospel in turn, let us enquire into the question of authorship, for we speak of the gospel according to matthew, mark, luke or john. Chapter fourteen this is the first of four chapters in this gospel of john bible study. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. The pharisees question john 319and this is the testimony of john, when the jews sent priests and levites from jerusalem in order to ask him, who are you.
Johns gospel tells the complete story of the life, death and resurrection of jesus christ. A study of the gospel of john christs teachings vs the modern american gospel edition 3. Our goal for this study is to equip the servant leaders with a starting point for bible studies on the. In the prologue to his gospel, the apostle john introduces another man named john. The gospel of john is a unique perspective of the life of jesus christ. John 1, new american standard bible nasb the bible app.
We shall not waste the readers time by entering into a discussion as to who wrote this fourth gospel, as to. If youre looking for a free download links of the gospel of john pdf, epub, docx and torrent then this site is not for you. Johns gospel free bible study notes, commentary, and comments. This study guide is designed to be a complementary learning tool that will correspond to the sermon series god on mission.
A verse by verse exegetical and inductive indepth bible study in john. In him was life, says john, introducing yet another theme of the gospel. Free pdf download books by new international version. This study of the gospel consists a 34lesson study of john, totaling 459 pages in the paperback edition.
This 108part expository study of the gospel of john was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship from 202015. This study guide is designed to be used in an eightsession, 1. This material is from, a web site containing sermon outlines and bible studies by mark a. A study of the gospel of john a study of the book of john.
To produce faith in jesus as the christ, the son of god jn 20. The gospel of john begins with a lovely little poem about jesus. When a gospel of john is handed out to a person, it is a good idea to give the person this study along with it. All you will need to do this study is the gospel of john or a bible. Accurate and readable, the niv new international vers. A comprehensive database of more than 26 gospel of john quizzes online, test your knowledge with gospel of john quiz questions.
In his opening chapter, john records 7 names and titles of jesus that identify. Journey bible study for 100710 into thy word ministries bible study general idea. The gospel of john can be read for free or listened to at. Be sure to answer the bible study questions yourself before leading this study, and consider how jesus has brought life and light to you.
John was an intimate friend of jesus, who loved him and felt greatly loved in return. But when you get together with other believers to study his word and to wor ship and pray, the lord manifests his presence in a special way. John 1 in the beginning was the word, and the word was. Cerinthus who lived in ephesus the same time john did, marcion, valentinus, arius, sabellius, apollinaris, nestorius, etc. It varies from the other three gospels of matthew, mark and luke also known as the. This study utilizes the nasb text introduction the gospel of john is the most theological of the four gospels. When one begins to read the gospel of john, after he has read matthew, mark, and luke, he quickly realizes that this gospel is, in several ways, different from the other three. The gospel of john was written for a simple purpose.
Each sketch captures some characteristic, some distinguishing feature that blends into the finished portrait. Believing that god speaks to the individual through his word, we have designed these worksheets to lead the bible student through a series of questions concerning the scripture passage. In the biblical references throughout this booklet, the number preceding the. This is followed by jesus announcement of his departure. You may choose to use this study guide for your personal devotion time or as part of your study and discussion for your community group experience, or both.
The gospel is the lifechanging power of god that brings salvation and eternal life to all who believe. Gospel of john bible study part 1 word format gospel of john bible study part 2 pdf format gospel of john bible study part 3 pdf format image is of p52, which is a portion of the gospel of john believed to have been copied around 115 a. Gospel of john and truly jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book. The holy gospel of jesus christ, according to john. Take time to read the whole of john in one sitting. The importance of the gospel of john can scarcely be overestimated. Gospel of john, first epistle of john, soliloquies, st. Researchers say that in order to make an activity a habit you must do it for at least 21 days. In verses 12, john says that all who receive jesus, who believe in his name, become children of god. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. This is the glorious news of what god in christ has accomplished for his people. Sermons from john 5 bearing witness of the light john 1. And yet the primary aim of the series has never been academic.
He studies his subject from different perspectives and in different light. A biblical history the gospel of john is one of four gospels in the holy bible and is the fourth book in chronological order presented in the new testament. And truly jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book. The daily study bible series has always had one aimto convey the results of scholarship to the ordinary reader. Gospel of john versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the book of john in plain english for everyone to understand. The gospel of john verse by verse bible study the word was god john 1.
The word was the light and life of the original creation, but also of the new creation. Overview of the study breakdown of studies chapter 1. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. This brief bible study is designed to bring a person through gods simple plan of salvation using only the gospel of john.
John knew through jesus words and signs the truth of his claim that he was the way and the truth and the life john 14. John chrysostom, nicene and postnicene fathers vol. What truths can you see by studying the epistle of i john chapter 3 verse 1 and then studying the gospel of john chapter 1 verses 1011. Hoaltc study guide the gospel of john introduction this guide has been prepared by heart of america leadership training for christ to help participants in the 2019 bible bowl and bible quiz prepare for these events. A verse by verse exegetical and inductive indepth bible study in the gospel of john.
Lesson 1 introduction to the gospel of john facilitators the following lesson is designed to help class participants develop a rudimentary knowledge of the background and purpose for the gospel of john. The study s helpful thought and discussion questions make it useful for personal enrichment and by small groups and classes. Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. The small group study is intended for small group bible studies. Gospel of john study guide introduction an artist begins a portrait by making several sketches. Johns record of his experiences with jesus, the gospel of john, is divided. The gospel of john commentary bible study trusting in jesus. Pierson put it like this, it touches the heart of christ.
Apostolic testimony in regard to the existence of jesus christ, god in flesh. Of all the gospel writers, the apostle john is the one most commonly referred to as the theologian. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Now the gospel of john tells us of the last supper where jesus washes the disciples feet and of his betrayal by judas escariot. Gospel of john 21 day bible reading plan recommend printing out bible reading plan and keeping a copy in your bible. From the earliest days, the authorship of the first of the four gospels has been ascribed to matthew. The gospel of john core group study guide by the chi alpha staff at uva a nineweek study on the gospel according to john. He expounds upon the deepest recesses of the infinite mind in simplest language, although john omits even as much as almost a years ministry at one place in his record the period between john 5. John s gospel lends itself to both tlie profound and the plain.