Special application questions at the end of each lesson to. It also comes through clearly elsewhere in the book, particularly in john 8. An indepth examination of the book of john in lessons. This article also serves as the introduction and background material to our bible study series in the gospel of john. The apostle john wrote the book of the bible by his same name to address the false teachings of a man named cerinthus, who argued that jesus was not the divine son of god. The book went through two to three stages, or editions, before reaching its current form, at the latest, around ad 80100. The macarthur bible studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of scripture. We will add, update, and clarify the truths as the holy spirit shows them to us. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary.
The bible book of john with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. A wellknown bible expositor and conference speaker, he has written more than six dozen books, including the macarthur new testament commentary series and the macarthur study bible. In the biblical references throughout this booklet, the number preceding the colon denotes the chapter, while the number after the colon denotes the verse for example. The book of john is not like the book of matthew, mark, or luke which cover the same period of time. Lifeway offers a variety of bible studies on the book of john. In this account of the life, death, and resurrection of jesus, we learn that jesus is the son of god, 1 sent 2 by god the father to give eternal life 3 to all who believe in him. Watch our overview video on the gospel of john, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. On previous occasions when i have taught johns gospel in home bible studies, i have seen people come to faith as the message of this book. Vernon mcgee lead you through the entire book in these 21 summaries from thru the bible s tried and trusted five year study.
In so doing, many deprive themselves of great truths. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more. Introduction to the study of the book of john i feel a good deal like the late dr. Here the gospel of john bible study tells the story of mary anointing jesus feet followed by the prophetic triumphal entry of jesus christ into jerusalem, where the story seemingly finishes. Studies from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd john bible study guide. Book of john overview insight for living ministries. Please feel free to copy the questions and answers for easier or further study. Even among the twelve, john was one of the three apostles along with peter and james who were the closest to jesus. John not undeservedly with reference to his spiritual understanding compared to. Each of the 21 weekly lessons in this gospel of john bible study is designed to challenge you to learn the truths presented.
Book of 1 john book of 2 john book of 3 john book of john bible search results. In his through the bible series which he did on the radio and in print, dr. Mcgee used to speak of each new book in his study as the greatest book in the bible. Outline of the gospel of john here is the incredible news of the most exciting event in the universe.
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 book offers great discussion and selfreflection questions and places for journaling and for answering the questions. It does offer a reading guide for you to read through the entire book of john, and i highly recommend doing that. Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. They will be updated each time the book is studied. Thru the bible gospel of john devotional reading plan. This study can be used for personal reflection or for use in a smallgroup setting. These bible study questions and answers are an ongoing project. Chapter thirteen now the gospel of john tells us of the last supper where jesus washes the disciples feet and of his betrayal by judas escariot. This is one of my own personal favorites of all the sixtysix books of the bible. The father heart of god study guide a week curriculum including small group and. In this account of the life, death, and resurrection of jesus, we learn.
A study of the gospel of john a study of the book of john. Though it is one of easiest books to read, john is also one of the most profound books to understand. Discussing and sharing your insights with others is a rewarding, fun way to study the bible. They typically cover a chapter of the book of john. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Jesus repeatedly shatters peoples assumptions, teaching that. All gods word for you bible studies are written from a reformed, conservative, evangelical perspective that upholds the historic fundamentals of the christian faith. In the four gospels, or rather in the four books of the one gospel, the apostle st. Macarthur pastors grace community church in sun valley, california, and serves as president of the masters college and seminary. 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. Studies in john where the world comes to study the bible. John s purpose for this book is succinctly summed up in 20. Book of john read, study bible verses online bible study tools.
Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. Bsf has 10 bible studies in its lineup that span the scriptures. Here, in a 12week format, are carefully wrought studies that will ignite the mind and the heart. This begins the study in the most spiritual book in the entire bible, the book of john. The book of john is a great way to study the teachings of jesus. As with most books in the bible, we cannot know for certain when and from where these epistles were. And this is what we have in the crossway bible study series knowing the bible as the skilled authors and notable editors provide the contours of each book of the bible as well as the grand theological themes that bind them together as one book. John macarthur takes readers through the book of john, exploring how every miracle, teaching, and action of jesus proved he was the word, the messiah, and the son of god. The gospel of john commentary bible study the gospel of john presents a marvelous testimony of jesus christ, and the purest and most elevated views of god to be found anywhere, far exceeding the speculations of philosophers. The gospel of john, a favorite book of the bible, gives us the story behind the stories of the gospels.
The gospel of john plays a unique and influential role in the christian bible. The introduction of john s gospel immediately introduces the major themes that john intends to discuss. Gospel of john versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the book of john in plain english for everyone to understand. John 21 bible study the gospel of john was written by john, one of jesus twelve apostles. This seminarylevel study retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. John also wrote five books of the bible john, john, and revelation, which is more. Mike begins this study by listing 10 facts about the apostle john and the heresy that prompted his writing of this epistle. Subsequently, those who walk with jesus become more and. John 1, new american standard bible nasb the bible app. John bible book with full chapters king james version. The father heart of god is perfectly seen in the life and ministry of jesus christ.
It does not discuss the entire book of john but selects major and significant passages. A study of the gospel of john christs teachings vs the modern american gospel. These studies will teach you to use various tools like podcasts and videos to engage with the bible in a way that best fits your learning style. The book of john study series diy studies are interactive bible studies designed to help you build an engaging relationship with god.
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