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Welcome to Your Interactive Journey Through John!
Whether you're a new or longtime believer, you'll gain a wealth of wisdom when you study the Gospels! In Discovering Good News in John, authors Pam Farrel, Jean E. Jones, and Karla Dornacher encourage you to revisit the story of Jesus's life—and be transformed along the way.
This 10-week Bible guide illuminates John's unique account of Jesus's mission, ministry, and resurrection, calling you to pause and ponder each verse. You'll be uplifted by
fresh insights into the incredible book of John
enlightening contexts, including the culture, celebrations, and community of Jesus's era
new applications from the Good News for your daily life
motivating devotions followed by affirmational prayers
creative coloring pages featuring hope-filled, worship-inspiring Bible verses
Immerse your heart, mind, and soul in the life-giving truths of this Gospel! This new installment in the Discovering the Bible series will give you brand-new eyes that let you savor and cherish each detail John reveals about Jesus's time on earth.
Contents
Chapter Outline
1.Introducing Jesus
John 1:1-2:25—Who Is Jesus?
The apostle John testifies that Jesus is God and explains what "believe in his name" means. John the Baptist testifies that Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus calls himself the "Son of Man," a term of Old Testament significance. Jesus turns water to wine as a sign that he is from God. Jesus clears the temple so Gentiles can worship and says the resurrection will be the sign of his authority to do so. He demonstrates that we must not prevent others from worshiping.
2.Introducing the Good News
John 3:1-4:54—What is the good news?
Jesus tells the good news to a religious leader. John the apostle exalts Jesus and explains how we must come to the light so our works are exposed. John the Baptist exalts Christ and demonstrates how to live exalting Christ with our gifts rather than ourselves. Jesus tells the good news to a Samaritan woman, demonstrates he knows everything about us, and explains true worship. Jesus heals an official's son as a sign he is from God and his words are true. He values true belief that doesn't need constant support by signs.
3.Expectations Meet Reality
John 5:1-6:71—Why did people reject the good news?
Jesus heals at the pool of Bethesda as a sign he is from God, but the Jewish leaders reject the sign because he healed the man on a Sabbath, breaking one of the Pharisees' oral traditions. He demonstrates that we cannot measure godliness by manmade rules. John the Baptist, the Scriptures, and the miracles all testify about Jesus. He demonstrates the importance of OT Scripture. He teaches us that we must seek glory from God, not people. Jesus feeds the 5000 as a sign he is from God, and the crowds want to force him to be king. He teaches that we must seek the Giver over the gifts. Jesus walks on water as a sign he is from God. Jesus teaches the crowds that he is the Bread of Life. When they realize he doesn't intend to keep giving them food but instead teaches things hard to understand, many reject him.
4.Finding Truth
John 7:1-8:59—How did Jesus correct misconceptions about who he was?
Jesus's brothers don't believe he is who he says he is. Jesus teaches at the Feast of the Booths that healing a man is not breaking the law of Moses. People argue over who Jesus is. Jesus uses the Feast of Booths' water ceremony to explain the Holy Spirit. Jesus uses the Feast of the Booths' lights to explain that he is the light of the world. Jesus says abiding in his words leads to knowing truth, and truth sets free. Jesus says he can set people free from slavery to sin. Jesus claims to have existed before Abraham.
5.Two Kinds of Blindness
John 9:1-10:42—What causes spiritual blindness?
Jesus heals the man born blind as a sign he was sent from God. The healed man sees spiritual truths better than the spiritual leaders. Jesus accepts worship, a sign he is God. Jesus teaches about spiritual blindness. Jesus teaches that he is the Good Shepherd and there is no other way to God. The Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah) brings up questions about the messiah. Jesus claims to be one with the Father and says his miracles are evidence.
6.Power over Death
John 11:1-12:50—What evidence did Jesus offer that he had power over death?
Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead and shows he delayed answering a request in order to grant a bigger request. Jesus weeps, showing he does not want stoicism from us. The Jewish leaders plot to kill Jesus to prevent more people from believing in him. Passion Week begins. Mary anoints Jesus. Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey and the crowds proclaim him king. Greeks come to see Jesus. He teaches that we must not love this life. Jesus teaches he must be lifted up, an allusion to the Old Testament. Many do not believe, while others believe but are afraid to say so.
7.The King Who Serves
John 13:1-14:31—What evidence did Jesus offer that his imminent death was part of God's plan?
Before the Feast of the Passover, Jesus washed his disciples' feet, demonstrating we must be servants. Jesus foretells Judas's betrayal. Jesus gives a new commandment: Love one another. Jesus foretells Peter's denial. Jesus teaches the good news about eternal life. Jesus promises the Holy Spirit.
8.The Vine
John 15:1-16:33—What did Jesus say to keep his followers from falling away?
Jesus teaches that he is the vine and his followers are branches. He explains that we must abide in him by keeping his commandments. Jesus teaches that the world will hate his followers. Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit. Jesus says the disciples' grief will turn to joy when they see him again. Jesus teaches how to take heart amid tribulation.
9.The Sacrifice for Sins
John 17:1-19:42—How did the Passover lambs foretell Jesus's death?
Jesus prays for his disciples and shows us what he wants to see us do. Jesus is arrested. Peter denies Jesus. The high priest and Pilate question Jesus. Jesus explains his kingdom is not of this world. Jesus is crucified, fulfilling Scripture. Joseph and Nicodemus bury Jesus.
10.He Is Risen
John 20:1-21:25—What evidence exists for the resurrection?
Jesus is raised from the dead and appears to his disciples, offering evidence of his bodily resurrection. John explains the purpose of the Gospel is that people might believe and have life. Jesus reinstates Peter. Epilogue: Jesus's brother, Paul.
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