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The gospel according to John has four divisions: A The _______
Prologue
The gospel according to John has four divisions: B The Book of ______
Signs
The gospel according to John has four divisions: C The Book of ______
Glory
The gospel according to John has four divisions: D Epilogue: The resurrection appearance in ______
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The Prologue in the first six verses tells of: A. the Word of God which was present at the __________________
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The Prologue in the first six verses tells of: B. a man named ____________ who was sent from God to testify to the light.
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The Prologue in the first six verses tells of: C. The Prologue states the main themes of the gospel: life, light, truth, the world, testimony, and the pre-existence of Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Logos, who reveals to us the ______________________
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Jesus replaces the Jewish rite of purification with the Christian rite of __________________.
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Jesus replaces birth into the Chosen People with the baptismal birth of _________________.
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Jesus replaces worship at Gerizim and Jerusalem with worship in _____________________.
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The Sabbath feast is superseded by Jesus continuing his Father's ________________________.
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The Passover and the manna from heaven are replaced by Jesus as the ________________________.
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The Feast of Tabernacles is replaced by Jesus as _________________.
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John's gospel offers 'I am' statements. I am the _______________________________________
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John is the only gospel to claim direct evidence from an ___________________.
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John is the only gospel to indicate that Jesus' teaching ministry lasted more than one year as John 2:13, 6:4, and 13:1 all mention the once-a-year feast known as ________________________
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In John 8:44 Jesus says about the Jewish authorities: 'You belong to your father, the ___________________.'
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A prototype of the Christian missionary is the _____________________.
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The first witness of the resurrection is _________________.
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In John's gospel, Jesus works seven wondrous deeds which show God's activity in the world. They are called _______________________.
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Study Notes
Structure of John's Gospel
- Four main divisions: Prologue, Book of Signs, Book of Glory, Epilogue (resurrection in Galilee).
Prologue Details
- Introduces the concept of the Word present at the beginning.
- Mentions John the Baptist as a messenger sent from God to testify.
- Highlights themes like life, light, truth, testimony, and the pre-existence of Jesus Christ revealing the Father.
Jesus' Replacements
- Jesus replaces Jewish purification rites with the Eucharist and His body.
- Transformation of Temple sacrifices into the new understanding of spiritual rebirth through Water and Spirit.
- Supersedes true worship locations with a focus on worship in Spirit and Truth.
Rather Than Jewish Feasts
- Jesus continues His Father's work, replacing the Sabbath feast.
- The bread of life replaces the Passover and heavenly manna.
- Living Water replaces the Feast of Tabernacles.
- The new dwelling of God is now in Jesus, rather than in the Temple during the Festival of Dedication.
"I Am" Statements
- Offers "I am" statements that echo God's self-identification to Moses, reinforcing Jesus' divine nature.
- Examples include statements identifying as the Messiah, Bread of Life, Good Shepherd, and the Way.
Eyewitness Claim
- John's Gospel uniquely claims evidence from an eyewitness of events.
Duration of Jesus' Ministry
- Indicates that Jesus’ teaching ministry spanned more than one year, marked by the annual Passover celebration.
Hostility from Authorities
- Describes strong opposition from Jewish authorities, with Jesus referring to their father as the Devil.
Role of Women
- Portrays women positively within the Christian community; examples include the Samaritan Woman as a missionary, and Mary of Magdala as the first witness of the resurrection.
Signs of Jesus
- Records seven significant miracles by Jesus, referred to as "signs" that demonstrate God's presence and activity in the world.
Core Message of Unity
- Emphasizes the unity between Jesus and the Father as a central theme, highlighting their distinct yet interconnected nature.
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Test your knowledge of the Gospel according to John with these flashcards. This quiz covers the key sections including the Prologue and other significant divisions. Perfect for students of theology or anyone interested in biblical studies.
