Then a great multitude followed him, because they saw. This book can serve as a basic bible study guide for working through the gospel of john, helping the student plumb the depths of st. In the gospel of john, the eleventh chapter, the name of jesus appears twenty four times, the most of any chapter in the bible. Lewis johnson214 has said that we ought to be able to think our way through the argument of every book of the bible, chapter by chapter. John 6 records christ s fourth journey in the third year of his ministry when he preached by the sea of galilee. What miracle of jesus is mentioned only by john in his gospel account. The gospel of john verse by verse ministry international.
Gospel of john versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the book of john in plain english for everyone to understand. He shows us that jesus, though fully god, came in the flesh to distinctly and accurately reveal god, and that christ is the. You cant be a christian and disobeying gods words, at the same time. John begins this book, with emphasis on the deity of jesus. Then a great multitude followed him, because they saw his signs which he performed on those who were diseased. Cardinal ricardo vidal, archbishop of cebu, philippines steve rays st.
The book went through two to three stages, or editions, before reaching its current form, at the latest, around ad 80100. Not only do we learn about our lords life on earth, but we also discover new spiritual importance in familiar old testament stories. In a nearly childlike simple language with a vocabulary of only around 700 words john communicates to us the exalted truth that the word, the. Choose from 500 different sets of the gospel of john chapter 6 flashcards on quizlet. The gospel of john has been received down through the ages as being the truth of god, divinely revealing that jesus is the son of god, and lord of lord. John 6 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Its finely decorated leather binding is the earliest known western bookbinding to survive, and both the 94 vellum folios and the binding are in outstanding condition for a book of this age. Having left the temple, where the jews were going to stone him, john 8. In chapter two, we got to see just how the wedding in cana went down. This book can be used as a commentary, for daily devotion and for sermon preparation. The rest of the first chapter forms the introduction to the gospel proper.
Gospel of john summary johns gospel the bible brief. We find the title son 29 times in john s gospel, whereof 10 times son of god. Euangelion kata ioannen is the fourth of the canonical gospels. Readings audio reflections video books of the bible understanding the bible. It is written anonymously, although it identifies an unnamed disciple whom jesus loved as the source of its. As an eyewitness to the love and power displayed in the miracles of jesus, john gives us an upclose and personal look at christ s identity. This is the new king james version of the new testament book of john. David guzik commentary on john 6 describes the feeding of the five. Since the gospels author is exacting in mentioning the names of other characters in the book, if the author had been someone other than john the apostle, he would not have omitted johns name. John 6 niv bible some time after this, jesus crossed to. John 6 is the sixth chapter of the gospel of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Johns gospel contains the record of the saviors most profound discourses, his most convincing arguments with the jews, and of his declarations respecting himself and god. Learn the gospel of john chapter 6 with free interactive flashcards.
Its a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. You can find the best commentary on john for you using the tools on the right side. Jesus feeds over 5,000 people with bread and fish but offers them something far more valuable the bread of life. John s gospel contains the record of the savior s most profound discourses, his most convincing arguments with the jews, and of his declarations respecting himself and god. One evidence of johns intended audience as being to the world was that he often explains names, places and customs which would be unfamiliar to nonjews, indicating the audience that god intended the gospel of john to reach.
It utilizes quotes for a wide range of scholars, historians and specialists to instruct the student and give valuable insights into the background and meaning of the text. Johns gospel is a mystical reflection on the word made flesh, jesus christ. Just as moses in the book of exodus prescribed the sacrificial lamb must be eaten for the firstborn son to have life at the passover, so we must partake. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. It is bound in wooden cover boards, covered with tooled red leather. Gospel of john chapter 6 free online bible study lessons. Hi readers, it seems you use catholic online a lot. This miracle is also recorded in the other three gospel accounts. This statement of john s is a good description of the subject and purpose of his gospel. The gospel begins with john the baptist calling jesus the lamb of god 1. And if i go and prepare a place for you, i will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where i am.
Pastor armstrong teaches versebyverse through john s gospel in his notable indepth, insightful style. Bishop gore once said to me that he paid visits to st. This theologically profound gospel is composed by the beloved disciple john, who dined next to jesus at the last supper. It is excellent for use by individuals or groups, for families or schools. Jesus it the true light which has come into the world, and as such john is testifying that he is the only begotten of the father. The author is the apostle john, the disciple whom jesus loved. It is interesting to note that the book of the revelation of jesus. The sacraments of baptism chapter 3 and eucharist chapter 6 are unequivocally presented in the gospel of john. John was sent just as jesus was sent in divine mission. The gospel of john was written to prove that jesus christ is the son of god. The gospel of john the 2003 movie is a wordforword recreation of john s gospel for all those times when words on a page just wont cut it. Jan 25, 2012 this is the new king james version of the new testament book of john. Johns gospel is a welcome addition to the blossoming field of scripture studies written by and for faithful lay catholics. John 6 niv jesus feeds the five thousand some bible gateway.
This summary of the gospel of john provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the gospel of john. Other references to john the baptist in this gospel emphasize the differences between them and johns subordinate role. John 4 niv jesus talks with a samaritan woman bible gateway. John 4 new international version niv jesus talks with a samaritan woman. The gospel of john the 2003 movie is a wordforword recreation of johns gospel for all those times when words on a page just wont cut it. This statement of johns is a good description of the subject and purpose of his gospel. To whom was jesus speaking when he said this verse. He was prominent in the early church but is not mentioned by name in this gospel which would be natural if he wrote it, but hard to explain otherwise. Join us for one of the most important studies any bible student can undertake. John 14, new international version niv the bible app. The purpose of john s gospel 30 jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. Pastor armstrong teaches versebyverse through johns gospel in his notable indepth, insightful style. Jan 18, 2019 the gospel of john was written to prove that jesus christ is the son of god. One evidence of johns intended audience as being to the world was that he often explains names, places and customs which would be unfamiliar to nonjews.
John with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. You will never see oranges on an apple tree, and vice versa. Augustine suggests that in their desire to make jesus king by force, they erred both in thinking. After these things jesus went over the sea of galilee, which is the sea of tiberias. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. It s a little awkward to ask, but we need your help.
As long as i can remember i have had more love for st. Since john sets out to present evidence that jesus is the unique son of god, the messiah, one should expect the structure of the book to reinforce his goal. This summary of the gospel of john provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the gospel of john. Esv audio bible, gospel of john, chapter 6 youtube.
And as jesus passed by this chapter is a continuation of the preceding, and therefore the word jesus is not in the greek text. The gospel of john chapter 6 contains the miracle of the loaves and fishes. Not only do we learn about our lord s life on earth, but we also discover new spiritual importance in familiar old testament stories. We find the title son 29 times in johns gospel, whereof 10 times son of god.
Johns desire was to see people come to faith in jesus, and that those who are. This seminarylevel study retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. It is the only miracle story found in all four gospels occurring twice in mark and matthew. Johns purpose in writing this gospel is made very clear in john 20. The st cuthbert gospel is a pocketsized book, 8 by 92 millimetres 5. What is the longest chapter in the gospel of john answers. The gospel of john begins with a magnificent prologue, which states many of the major themes and motifs of the gospel, much as an overture does for a musical work. John 6 indepth versebyverse bible study and commentary of john chapter 6 in plain english. The st cuthbert gospel, also known as the stonyhurst gospel or the st cuthbert gospel of st john, is an early 8thcentury pocket gospel book, written in latin. Other references to john the baptist in this gospel emphasize the differences between them and john s subordinate role. The book containing this chapter is anonymous, but early christian tradition uniformly affirmed that john composed this gospel. Introduction if someone were to ask you what the gospel of john is all about, what would you say. Major differences between john and the synoptic gospels.
If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. Jesus feeds the five thousandhe walks on the seahe is the living manna sent from godsalvation is gained by eating living breadjesus. Who was the father of john, the writer of the gospel according to john. The gospel of john begins with a lovely little poem about jesus. As an eyewitness to the love and power displayed in the miracles of jesus, john gives us an upclose and personal look at christs identity. For those who seek the truth and understanding of st. Johns gospel gives a fresh depiction of the life, passion, death, and resurrection of jesus of nazareth. The purpose of johns gospel 30 jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. The gospels anonymity strongly reinforces the arguments favoring johns authorship, for only someone of his wellknown and preeminent authority. The gospellike all the others shows us the story of jesus from his life to his death. The prologue proclaims jesus as the preexistent and incarnate word of god who has revealed the father to us. Unlike the others, this book portrays jesus as the bringer of divine wisdom. Bonus points for starring desmond from lost as jesus. John 6 records christs fourth journey in the third year of his ministry when he preached by the sea of galilee.
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