Bible John Chapter 1 Study Guide

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Questions and Answers

What do we find out about the Word in verse 1?

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

What relationship did the Word have with creation?

Through him everything was made.

What man was sent from God?

John

What was John sent to do?

To be a witness and testify. Signup and view all the answers

Who was this man to testify or tell about?

The Light Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the ones who received 'The Light'?

Through him they would believe and they were given the right to become children of God. Signup and view all the answers

Who is being referred to in verses 1-14?

Jesus Signup and view all the answers

What different words are used to refer to him?

The Word, God, the Light, and the Law Signup and view all the answers

What was given through Moses?

The Law Signup and view all the answers

What came through Jesus?

Grace and Truth Signup and view all the answers

Who came to ask questions of John?

Priests and Levites from Jerusalem Signup and view all the answers

Who did they accuse John of being?

Elijah, Moses, a Prophet, and the Messiah Signup and view all the answers

Where did all of this happen?

Bethany beyond the Jordan Signup and view all the answers

What did John refer to Jesus as?

Lamb of God Signup and view all the answers

Why did John say he came baptizing?

So that Jesus might be revealed to Israel. Signup and view all the answers

What evidence was John to look for to know when he was in the presence of Jesus?

A dove or the Spirit was to remain on him. Signup and view all the answers

How many men were with John?

2 Signup and view all the answers

What did they call Jesus?

Rabbi Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the men's names?

Andrew Signup and view all the answers

What did Andrew do after spending some time with Jesus?

He went to go find his brother Simon and tell him that they had found the Messiah. Signup and view all the answers

What did he refer to Jesus as?

The Messiah Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus change Simon's name to?

Cephas Signup and view all the answers

Who was next to follow Jesus?

Phillip Signup and view all the answers

Where was Phillip from?

Bethsaida Signup and view all the answers

Who did Phillip go and get?

Nathanael Signup and view all the answers

Who did Phillip refer to Jesus as?

Jesus of Nazareth or Son of Joseph Signup and view all the answers

What did Nathanael have to say about Jesus' hometown?

"Can anything good come from there?" Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus do that surprised Nathanael?

He told him that he was an Israelite and he saw him under a fig tree. Signup and view all the answers

What did Nathanael say in response to Jesus?

"You must be God, how do you know me?" Signup and view all the answers

Who did Jesus refer to himself as?

Son of Man Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Overview of John Chapter 1

Introduces the concept of "the Word" as divine, existing from the beginning, and being both with God and God himself.
Highlights the integral relationship between the Word and creation, indicating that everything was made through Him.

The Role of John

John, sent from God, serves as a witness to testify about the coming of Jesus, referred to as "the Light."
Those who accept "the Light" are granted the privilege of becoming children of God.

Identification of Jesus

The chapter identifies Jesus through various titles: the Word, God, the Light, and the Law.
The Law was delivered through Moses, while grace and truth were brought by Jesus.

Interaction with John

John is questioned by priests and Levites from Jerusalem, who speculate about his identity and relation to prophets like Elijah and the Messiah.
The events transpired in Bethany beyond the Jordan, highlighting the setting of John’s ministry.

John's Testimony and Baptism

John refers to Jesus as the "Lamb of God," indicating His sacrificial role.
His purpose in baptizing was to reveal Jesus to Israel, with a sign expected from the Spirit (a dove) to recognize Him.

Early Disciples of Jesus

Two men accompanied John, calling Jesus "Rabbi" – one of whom is identified as Andrew, who later informs his brother Simon about finding the Messiah.
Jesus renames Simon to Cephas (translated as Peter), indicating a new identity and purpose.

Phillip and Nathanael

Phillip, from Bethsaida, becomes a follower of Jesus and goes to bring Nathanael.
Nathanael expresses skepticism about Jesus' hometown, questioning if anything good could come from Nazareth.
Jesus surprises Nathanael by revealing knowledge about him, leading to Nathanael’s recognition of Jesus as God.

Jesus' Self-Identification

Jesus refers to Himself as the "Son of Man," emphasizing His humanity and role in fulfilling prophecy.

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Explore key concepts and important figures from John Chapter 1 through this engaging study guide. Each card presents crucial questions and definitions that illustrate the relationship between the Word and God, as well as the role of John the Baptist. Perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding of biblical texts.