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The Gospel of John: A Study

A study of the Gospel of John, focusing on key events and teachings.

1. Introduction to Jesus Christ

1.1 The Word Made Flesh

Verses: John 1:1; John 1:14
  • The Word (Logos) existed before creation and was with God.
  • The Word was God, emphasizing the divine nature of Jesus.
  • The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, revealing God's glory.

1.2 John the Baptist's Testimony

Verses: John 1:6-8; John 1:19-28
  • John was sent by God to bear witness of the Light.
  • He confessed he was not the Christ, Elijah, or the Prophet.
  • He baptized with water, but one greater would baptize with the Holy Spirit.

2. Early Ministry and Miracles

2.1 Jesus' First Miracle

Verses: John 2:1-11
  • Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding in Cana.
  • This miracle manifested His glory and His disciples believed in Him.
  • It demonstrated His power over the natural world.

2.2 Cleansing the Temple

Verses: John 2:13-22
  • Jesus drove out those selling in the temple, declaring it a house of prayer.
  • He showed zeal for God's house and authority over religious practices.
  • He prophesied about the destruction and resurrection of His body.

3. Spiritual Rebirth and Testimony

3.1 Nicodemus' Encounter

Verses: John 3:1-21
  • Nicodemus, a Pharisee, came to Jesus by night.
  • Jesus taught him about being born again of water and the Spirit.
  • Salvation comes through belief in the Son of God.

3.2 John's Humility

Verses: John 3:22-36
  • John the Baptist declared that he must decrease, and Jesus must increase.
  • He rejoiced to hear the bridegroom's voice.
  • He affirmed that Jesus came from above and speaks God's words.

4. Encounters and Faith

4.1 The Woman at the Well

Verses: John 4:1-42
  • Jesus spoke with a Samaritan woman at Jacob's well.
  • He revealed her past and offered her living water.
  • She recognized Him as the Messiah and brought others to Him.

4.2 Healing the Official's Son

Verses: John 4:46-54
  • An official begged Jesus to heal his son who was near death.
  • Jesus spoke the word, and the son was healed from a distance.
  • The official and his entire household believed.

5. Life and Commitment

5.1 The Bread of Life

Verses: John 6:1-14; John 6:25-59
  • Jesus fed five thousand people with five loaves and two fish.
  • He declared Himself to be the Bread of Life, offering eternal sustenance.
  • Those who eat His flesh and drink His blood have eternal life.

5.2 Peter's Confession

Verses: John 6:60-71
  • Many disciples turned back after Jesus' teaching on the Bread of Life.
  • Jesus asked the twelve if they would also leave.
  • Peter confessed that Jesus had the words of eternal life and they believed He was the Holy One of God.