Introductory Notes to John

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What is the significance of the first three signs in John's Gospel?

  • They emphasize the miracles performed solely for the disciples.
  • They demonstrate how faith brings satisfaction to believers.
  • They show how Jesus excommunicated those who doubted Him.
  • They illustrate how salvation comes to the sinner. (correct)

Which sign is associated with the concept that salvation brings light?

  • Water into wine.
  • Feeding the 5,000.
  • Healing the blind man. (correct)
  • Healing the paralytic.

Which miracle led to the sermon on the Good Shepherd in John's Gospel?

  • Healing the nobleman's son.
  • Water into wine.
  • Healing the blind man. (correct)
  • Stilling the storm.

What major theme is prevalent throughout John's Gospel?

<p>The conflict between faith and unbelief. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of most Jews to the miracles performed by Jesus?

<p>They increasingly rejected and hardened in their unbelief. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following signs does not demonstrate a physical aspect of healing?

<p>Feeding the 5,000. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome when the multitudes wish to make Jesus King, according to John's Gospel?

<p>Jesus separates Himself from the multitudes and they leave Him. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary theme of the Gospel of John?

<p>Jesus Christ as the divine Son of God (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best compares John's Gospel to the Synoptic Gospels?

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Which term does John prefer over 'miracle' to convey a deeper message?

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What are the repeated key words that summarize the message of John's Gospel?

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What is the significance of the seven I AM statements in John's Gospel?

<p>They affirm Jesus' divine identity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does John use the term 'sign' to describe miracles performed by Jesus?

<p>To highlight the underlying messages of the miracles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Gospel writer's perspective is described as viewing Christ as 'the Son of Man'?

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What does John want the readers to do in relation to Jesus Christ?

<p>To believe in Him as Lord and receive new life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

John's Gospel Theme

  • John's gospel focuses on Jesus Christ, the divine Son of God, emphasizing signs that prove his deity.
  • The signs were witnessed by dependable individuals, including the disciples, adding to their trustworthiness.
  • John desires to lead readers to believe in Jesus and receive new life through his name.

Comparing to Synoptic Gospels

  • Matthew, Mark, and Luke, known as the Synoptic Gospels, offer similar perspectives on Christ's life, each with unique emphases.
  • Matthew highlights Christ's role as King of the Jews.
  • Mark portrays Christ as the Servant, directed towards Roman audiences.
  • Luke focuses on Christ as the Son of Man, targeting Greek readers.
  • John presents Christ as the Son of God, speaking to the entire world.
  • John delves deeper into spiritual meanings of events, compared to the Synoptic Gospels.
  • John replaces "miracle" with "sign" to indicate a miracle carrying a message.

Key Words in John

  • Recurring keywords like "life," "believe," "light and darkness," "truth," "witness," "world," "glory," "receive," "Father," "come," "eternal," and "everlasting" encapsulate John's message.

Christ's I AM Statements

  • John highlights Christ's sermons about himself, emphasizing his divinity through "I AM" statements:
  • "I AM the Bread of Life" (6:35, 41, 48, 51)
  • "I AM the Light of the world" (8:12; 9:5)
  • "I AM the Door of the sheep" (10:7, 9)
  • "I AM the Good Shepherd" (10:11, 14)
  • "I AM the Resurrection and the Life—11:25"
  • "I AM the way, the truth, and the life—14:6"
  • "I AM the true Vine" (15:1, 5)

Signs in John's Gospel

  • John selects seven miracles to demonstrate Christ's deity.
  • An eighth miracle in chapter 21 serves as a postlude to the Gospel.
  • These signs are presented in a specific order, forming a picture of salvation.

Salvation Through Signs

  • The first three signs illustrate how salvation comes to the sinner:
  • Water into wine (2:1-11) - Salvation is by the Word
  • Healing the nobleman's son (4:46-54) - Salvation is by faith
  • Healing the paralytic (5:1-9) - Salvation is by grace

Salvation's Results

  • The last four signs demonstrate the outcomes of salvation in the believer:
  • Feeding the 5,000 (6:1-14) - Salvation brings satisfaction
  • Stilling the storm (6:16-21) - Salvation brings peace
  • Healing the blind man (9:1-7) - Salvation brings light
  • Raising of Lazarus (11:38-45) - Salvation brings life

The Conflict of Faith and Unbelief

  • A central theme of John's Gospel is the struggle between faith and unbelief.
  • John begins with Israel's rejection of Jesus (1:11) and culminates in his crucifixion.
  • Despite evidence, most Jews remained resistant to believing in Christ, hardening their hearts.
  • Conversely, a select group, including disciples, a nobleman, Samaritans, a paralytic, and a blind man, embraced Christ as the Son of God.

Three Crisis Events

  • The Gospel highlights three significant crisis events:
  • 6:66-71: The crowds abandon Christ after desiring to make him king.
  • 12:12-50: The people reject Christ, despite hailing him as king.
  • 19:13-22: Christ is crucified as they declare "We have no King but Caesar."

Christ's Ministry Outline: The Year of Opening

  • This period marks the official start of Jesus' ministry.
  • Ministry of John the Baptist (1:1-8, 3:1-12, 1:19-36, 3:1-18)
  • Baptism of Jesus (1:9-11, 3:13-17, 3:21-22)
  • Temptation of Jesus (1:12-13, 4:1-11, 4:1-13)
  • Five disciples called (1:35-49)
  • Changes water into wine, the first miracle (2:1-11)
  • First Passover (2:13-17)
  • Temple cleansed (2:13-17)
  • Discourse on the new birth (3:1-21)

Christ's Ministry Outline: The Year of Ovation

  • This period represents a time of appreciation from the audience.
  • Rejected at Nazareth (4:28-30, Isaiah 53:3)
  • Withdraws to Capernaum (4:13-16, 4:31-32)
  • Four disciples called (4:18-22, 1:16-20, 5:8-11)
  • Miraculous catch of fish (5:4-9)
  • Demon-possessed man healed (1:23-28, 4:33-37)
  • Peter’s mother-in-law healed (8:14-15, 1:29-31, 4:38-39)
  • Later Galilean Ministry (4:23-25, 1:38-39, 4:43-44)
  • Leper cleansed (8:2-4, 1:40-42, 5:12-13)
  • Returns to Capernaum (2:1-2)
  • Paralytic healed (9:2-8, 2:2-12, 5:18-26)
  • Matthew called (9:9, 2:13-14, 5:27-28)
  • Second Passover (5:1)
  • Man at the pool healed (5:2-9)
  • Discourse on Jesus’ divinity (5:17-47)
  • Discourse on the Sabbath (5:17-47)

Christ's Ministry Outline: The Year of Opposition

  • This period signifies a time of conflict and resistance.
  • Rejected at Nazareth again (13:54-58, 6:1-6)
  • Disciples sent out (10:5-42, 6:7-13, 9:1-6)
  • Third Tour of Galilee (9:35-38, 6:6)
  • John the Baptist dies (14:1-2, 6-12, 6:14-16, 21-29, 9:7-9)
  • Vacation interrupted (14:13-14, 6:30-34, 9:10-11, 6:1-4)
  • Five thousand fed (14:15-21, 6:35-44, 9:12-17, 6:5-14)
  • Jesus walks on the sea (14:22-33, 6:45-52, 6:16-21)
  • Many miracles performed (14:34-36, 6:53-56)
  • Discourse on the bread of life (6:25-59)
  • Falling away of some disciples (6:60-71)
  • Pharisees rebuked (6:60-71)

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