Introduction - The Gospel Of John
Introduction: We begin a study of the fourth gospel, the gospel of
John -- the later of the four, being written toward the end of the first
century. The purpose is different from the other Gospels and is clearly stated
1. Each member of the class is exhorted to
memorize these verse
2. We shall refer to an analysis of them often
This Gospel provides a BASIS for, and the VALUE of, faith in Jesus, as the Christ, the Son of God!
Our method of study shall not be a verse by verse study but rather, a reading
assignment for each week, -namely one COMPLETE CHAPTER. We shall give it a topic.
Each is asked to read the chapter prior to class, and then be able to discuss
the contents in class.
The following short outline should be considered in order to get a picture
of the whole book.
1. The Prologue 1:1-18
2. The Public manifestation of the LOGOS 1:19-12:50
3. The Private Manifestation to disciples
13:1-17:26
4. Glorification in Crucifixion and Resurrection
18:1-20:31
5. Epilogue 21:1-25
Schedule for
Reading and Topics:
Background, Setting and Overall view
Lesson 1 - Chapter 1 The Logos, the Son of God
Lesson 2 - Chapter 2 The Son of Man, Humanity of Christ
Lesson 3 - Chapter 3 The Divine Teacher, Christ
Lesson 4 Chapter 4 Christ, the Soul winner
Lesson 5 - Chapter 5 Christ, the Great Physician
Lesson 6 - Chapter 6 Christ,
the Bread of life
Lesson 7 - Chapter 7 Christ, the Water of Life
Lesson 8 - Chapter 8 Christ, the Defender of the Weak
Lesson 9 - Chapter 9 Christ, the Light of the World
Lesson10 - Chapter 10 Christ, the Good Shepherd
Lesson11 - Chapter 11 Christ, the Resurrection of Life
Lesson 12 - Chapter 12 Christ, the King
Lesson 13 - Chapter 13 Christ, the Servant
Lesson 14 - Chapter 14 Christ, the Great Counselor
Lesson 15 - Chapter 15 Christ, the True Vine
Lesson 18 - Chapter16 Christ, the Giver of the Spirit
Lesson 17 - Chapter 17 the Great Intercessor 19.
Lesson 18- Chapter 18 Christ, the Model Sufferer
Lesson 19 - Chapter 19 Christ, the Uplifted Savior
Lesson 20 - Chapter 20 Christ, the Conqueror of Death
Lesson 21 - Chapter 21 Christ, the Restorer of the Penitent
Closing Remarks - Summary
Conclusion: Our aim is to create and strengthen FAITH! One of the greatest needs is a STRONG FAITH -- in Christ as the Son of God, the Scriptures as the inspired instructions from the God of heaven, Father, and ruler of the universe. ---William C. Sexton,
Questions:
1. What verse stated the purpose of the book?
2. What claims do we have in the first 18 verses?
3. Who bore "witness of him," (
4. According to Jn.1:17, what is the difference in what came by Moses and what came by Jesus?
5. What was the "Word made" and dwelt where,
according to Jn.
6. What does the writer say about himself (Jn.
7. What is said about the
"many other things
which Jesus did" (Jn.
8. When do you believe John wrote, after or before the other three gospels?