The Gospels and Acts: John — Bible Study Review

The Gospel of John

Key Word-Stories

Writer:

John was one of Jesus’ closest disciples along with Peter and James.

Audience:

John wrote his gospel to all people.

Purpose:

John’s purpose was to convince people that Jesus was the Son of God. He states his purpose in Jn. 20:31 which says, “ these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in HIS name.”

Features:

In order to prove that Jesus is the Son of God, John organizes his gospel around 8 “signs” or miracles that only God could perform . This is the WORK of Jesus

John includes 7 “I AM” statements that Jesus made about Himself in which HE claimed to be equal with God. This emphasized the WORDS of Jesus.