1. New-Testament Survey: Gospel of John

2. Gospel of John: Its Author (Mark 4:21,22)John was one of Zebedee’s sons, the brother of James. (Mark 4:21,22) James and John were both fishermen. As he mended his nets, Jesus called him to be His disciple. (John 1:35)He was a disciple of John the Baptist. (John 1:35) (John 19:26,27)His home was in Jerusalem. (John 19:26,27)

3. Included in the inner circle (with Peter and James) (Mark 5:37)Was present at the raising of Jarius’ daughter (Mark 5:37) (Matthew 17)One of the witnesses of Jesus’ Transfiguration (Matthew 17) (John 13:23)“Disciple whom Jesus loved” (John 13:23) (Acts 8:14; Galatians 2:9)Closely associated with Peter and his work (Acts 8:14; Galatians 2:9) Gospel of John: Its Author

4. 1,2 and 3 John, Also the author of 1,2 and 3 John, as well as Revelation. Spent the later part of his life in Asia Minor, probably in Ephesus. Banished to Isle of Patmos during reign of Domitian. Only disciple who did not die as a martyr. Lived to an advanced age; was probably the last apostle to die. Gospel of John: Its Author

5. “sons of thunder” (Mark 3:17) Possessed an ardent temperament; one of the “sons of thunder” (Mark 3:17) (Luke 9:49) Rebuked a man for casting out demons (Luke 9:49) (Luke 9:51-56) Wanted to call down fire on a Samaritan village for not accepting Jesus (Luke 9:51-56) (Matthew 20:28) Asked Jesus to grant him and James special places in the kingdom (Matthew 20:28) (John 13:23) Place of prominence at the Last Supper (John 13:23) (19:26,27) Accompanied Christ into the court and stood by Him; witnessed His death (19:26,27) Gospel of John: Its Author

6. Gospel of John: When Written The majority of scholars believe John wrote the Gospel of John at Ephesus after he returned from the Isle of Patmos. 96 and 98 A.D.Written between 96 and 98 A.D. John 18:31- 33, 37, 38A fragmentary manuscript of John 18:31- 33, 37, 38 gives evidence that it was used in the first half of the second century. Written for use among the Gentiles. John went to great length to explain the Jewish customs and feasts.

7. Internal evidence indicates John’s gospel was not written for the benefit of the Jews. The Jews would not need the explanations of their customs. –1:38, 41; 5:1,2; 4:9; 7:2 The Gospel’s simplicity gives it a universal appeal—the universal gospel! Gospel of John: To Whom Written

8. Gospel of John: Purpose John 20:30,31John 20:30,31 Signs –Manifestation of His power Belief –The desired effect of the signs Life –Eternal life--the spiritual benefit Meaning and purpose of the miracles

9. Seven miracles in John: (2:1-11) –Changing water into wine (2:1-11) (4:46-54) –Healing the nobleman’s son (4:46-54) (5:1-18) –Healing the impotent man (5:1-18) (6:1-14) –Feeding the 5,000 (6:1-14) (6:16-21) –Walking on the water (6:16-21) (9:1-12) –Healing the blind man (9:1-12) (11:1-46) –Raising Lazarus (11:1-46) Gospel of John: Purpose

10. The Divinity of Jesus : (1:1-14) –Pre-existence of Jesus (1:1-14) (1:15-36) –Testimony of John the Baptist (1:15-36) –The miracles already listed Gospel of John: Purpose

11. The “I Am’s:” (6:36) –Bread of life (6:36) (8:12) –Light of the world (8:12) (10:7) –The door (10:7) (10:11-14) –The good shepherd (10:11-14) (11:25) –The resurrection and the life (11:25) (14:6) –The way, the truth, and the life (14:6) (15:1) –The true vine (15:1) Gospel of John: Purpose

12. To emphasize what it means to have faith in Christ. –98 times –98 times used to show the type of response one should have toward Jesus (1:12) –His name (1:12) (3:16) –Believe on Him (3:16) (5:24) –Believe on Him who has been sent (5:24) (6:37) –Come (6:37) (4:14) –Drink (4:14) Gospel of John: Purpose

13. Personal interviews with Jesus: (3) –Nicodemus (3) (4) –Samaritan woman (4) (9) –The blind man (9) (11) –Mary and Martha (11) (8) –Pharisees (8) (13) –Disciples (13) (18) –Pilate (18) Gospel of John: Purpose

14. Emphasized salvation (eternal life) as the objective of faith –John 3:15-17 –John 3:36 –John 4:36 –John 5:24 –John 5:28,29 –John 5:39,40 –John 6:54 Gospel of John: Purpose

15. Gospel of John: Contents and Character Brief outline of the gospel of John: (1:1-18) –Prologue (1:1-18) (1:19—12:50) –Jesus’ public ministry (1:19—12:50) (13:1—17:26) –Jesus’ private ministry (13:1—17:26) (18:1—20:31) –Jesus’ suffering (18:1—20:31) (21:1-25) –Postscript: the final appeal (21:1-25)

16. Some differences: –Wrote about the week of the Lord’s suffering in much greater detail. (6:1-14) –Feeding of 5,000 (6:1-14) (6:6-21) –Walking on the sea (6:6-21) –Christ’s farewell discourse to His disciples— involving only a few hours! (chapters 13-19) –Night of betrayal, the trial, and the crucifixion (chapters 13-19) Gospel of John: Contents and Character

17. Some differences: — ”we beheld his glory.” (1:14) –Tells the story from a personal point of view— ”we beheld his glory.” (1:14) (2:22; 12:16) –Includes himself as failing to understand Jesus at first. (2:22; 12:16) (3:23-26) –The end of Jesus’ speaking and John’s reflections are difficult to separate. (3:23-26) –Emphasizes the importance of being an eye- witness. –He was competent to give his testimony! Gospel of John: Contents and Character

18. Things described in intimate detail: (1) –Six disciples at the beginning (1) (2:16) –Six water pots at Cana (2:16) (6:9) –Boy with five loaves and two fishes (6:9) (11:44) –Lazarus’ coming out of the grave (11:44) (9:38-40) –The weight of the embalming mixture (9:38-40) (20:4-8) –Careful folding of linen cloths (20:4-8) Gospel of John: Contents and Character

19. Emphasized the Fatherhood of God: –Over 100 times in his gospel! –John 4:23 –John 5:21 –John 7:16 –John 10:29 –John 14:10 –John 14:23 –John 17:5,11 Gospel of John: Contents and Character