A verse by verse exegetical and inductive indepth bible study in the gospel of john. The word, the messiah, the son of god macarthur bible studies book 6. Please put the verses number that provides the answer in the margin. Its impossible to overstate the power and eternal impact of our spoken and written words, for good or evil. Howell, who guided the activities of the committee, and who, besides. They have sought to clarify understanding of, develop appreciation for, and provide insight into that word. How to begin reading the bible when you dont know where to start. You could do this one in your personal devotional time to whet your appetite for a full fledge precept upon precept study discussed below. The gospel of john was written for a simple purpose. Group, your bible study, your teachers, your family, etc there are 30 series with 50 questions each. How the study is designed purpose the purpose of the godly man bible study is to help you become the kind of man whose life is explainable only in terms of god. Gospel of john versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the book of john in plain english for everyone to understand.
For many years brethren have used it in bible classes to study the gospels in chronological order. It does offer a reading guide for you to read through the entire book of john, and i highly recommend doing that. For this study of the gospel of john, we will engage in inductive bible study, which means we. Please make notes of the things you want to discuss. This seminarylevel study retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format. What is john referring to when he speaks of the word in verses and. In the biblical references throughout this booklet, the number preceding the colon denotes the chapter, while the number after the colon denotes the verse for example. Bible gospel of john, feel free to underline, circle.
This study can be used for personal reflection or for use in a smallgroup setting. Johns gospel free bible study notes, commentary, and comments. According to the ubs textual commentary, this small group of five words contains two. Repeated words can often be clues to discover the authors main intent and in i john. Each question is worth 2 points multiply the number right x2 and youll have your score you can use the quizzes in any order you want, but we suggest doing one series over and over until you have mastered most of the content. In him is life, and that life is the light of the world. Introduction the man and the gospel he wrote there are no more controversial books in the bible than the 4 gospels. Also go to life of christ miracles, teachings and purpose. This is one of my own personal favorites of all the sixtysix books of the bible. In addition, indepth study tools are provided on the site with access to commentaries, encyclopedias, dictionaries. The holy gospel of jesus christ, according to john. You may choose to use this study guide for your personal devotion time or as part of your study and discussion for your community group experience, or both. John macarthur takes readers through the book of john, exploring how every miracle, teaching, and action of jesus proved he was the word, the messiah, and the son of god.
Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. Bible study bible translations difficult passages dreams, visions and revelation textual criticism. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading john. Lifeway offers a variety of bible studies for all age groups. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. This free bible class book does not have to be used in connection with the fourfold gospel. It is believed by most biblical students that john wrote these letters from ephesus, the place believed to be where he died. These are not meant to be indepth theological bible studies but instead they are meant to convey the truths of the gospel in a clear and simple way in order to lead the unbeliever to salvation. Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by the foundation. A study of the gospel of john christs teachings vs the modern american gospel. Like the niv itself, the niv study bible is the work of a transdenominational team of biblical scholars more about the niv bible. But, behold, there cometh one after me, whose shoes of his feet i am not worthy to loose. By learning proper bible study methods you will become a voice through which god can speak his truths to a spiritually hungry world. Greek is one of the richest of all languages, with an unrivaled power to express different shades of meaning.
But all study of the bible is pointless unless it leads us to encounter the one who is himself the living word of god. It speaks of who he is, why he came and all about his ministry on earth before his death and resurrection. The macarthur bible studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of scripture. The book of john is not like the book of matthew, mark, or luke which cover the same period of time. All confess the authority of the bible as gods infallible word to humanity. This series of studies on the gospel of john will challenge you with john s high view of christ and confront you, possibly even offend you, with john s presentation of the exclusive and absolute claims made by jesus christ about his real identity and about his essential and indispensible role in spiritual life and salvation. Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group. Looking for bibles studies to help you or your small group grow. Additionally, the study bible makes generous use of section headings and paragraph formatting to meet the needs of the modern reader. This study guide is designed to be a complementary learning tool that will correspond to the sermon series god on mission. The niv study bible biblica the international bible. Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path psalm 119. The word, the messiah, the son of god macarthur bible studies book 6 kindle edition by macarthur, john f download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. There should not be any doubt that this passage was not in the original gospel of john.
The gospel of john is such a great book to study, as a new believer, because it speaks so clearly about jesus. A devotional bible study book and meditation on the seven last words of christ from the cross to help prepare your heart for lent, holy week, good friday, and easter. At the end of the service, during a hymn, to everyones amazement he came and took my fathers hand. Creative bible study methods introduces the bible as the written word of the one true god. Shop our assortment of faith growing bible studies. Download the free 5page pdf, including john 1 from the filament bible which. A study of the gospel of john a study of the book of john. The gospel of john chapter one 1 b e l i e v e r s b i b l e s t u d y the gospel of john chapter 1 introduction. The other gospels all describe jesus heritage from an earthly perspective, john, in contrast, doesnt start with his ministry, his parents, or john the baptist. This study guide is divided into two different sections. The gospel of john commentary bible study trusting in jesus.
It is the word of god, given to us so that we can know and love god well. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. The gospel of john, with translators notes bible translations. A study of the gospel of john christs teachings vs the modern american gospel edition 3. In fact, all study is a dialogue as we ask god to come in the fullness of his spirit. A bible study portions of studies in john used by permission. Additional purchase or renting of the video teaching sessions is recommended for the best experience of this bible study book. The gospel of john a study guide pastor ryan mobley delta church 408 s. Blue letter bible is a free, searchable online bible program providing access to many different bible translations including. Author of the book of john the author of the gospel according to john can be none other than the apostle john, one of the sons of zebedee and salome matt. With stylistic diversity but thematic unity, these men bring a rich, biblical, christcentered, interesting and immensely helpful perspective. Study guide for john 8 by david guzik blue letter bible. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. The idea that many books of the bible have a specific, symbolic spiritual meaning is central to the theology offered by emanuel swedenborg.
Johns gospel in an accessible, culturally acceptable and. The gospel of john verse by verse bible study the word was god john 1. Johns opening words, in the beginning, are a reference back to genesis 1. It does not discuss the entire book of john but selects major and significant passages. Book of john read, study bible verses online bible study tools. Chapter thirteen now the gospel of john tells us of the last supper where jesus washes the disciples feet and of his betrayal by judas escariot. In this book, william barclay examines many of the key words of the greek new testament, explaining what these words meant to the writers of the new testament and to those who read an heard their message for the first time. My inner word geek and bible lover feel unified through this project. These small group studies of 1 john contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications.
For this study of the gospel of john, we will engage in inductive bible study, which means we will be trying to understand this book by looking at it on three levels. Gods word, be encouraged and pray that god would again do extraordinary. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the word of god with guidance from john macarthur. And though the apostle john is prominently mentioned in the other. It can be an independent study using only it and the bible pdf file size. Here the gospel of john bible study tells the story of mary anointing jesus feet followed by the prophetic triumphal entry of jesus christ into jerusalem, where the story seemingly finishes. The word became the son of god and man that he might serve both. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Most religions of the world be lieve he was a great teacher. David guzik study guide for john 8 a new version of this page can be found here. What are some things you hope to get out of this bible study. But this time, for some reason, he showed up when my father was preaching.
The chapters have been broken down into sections to make it easier to follow. To produce faith in jesus as the christ, the son of god jn 20. Bsf has 10 bible studies in its lineup that span the scriptures. A bible reading checklist in excel that keeps track of your progress with all kinds of cool graphs and tracking features along with stats on words, verses, encouraging facts, etc. Holy bible modern literal version new testament 2020 update february 29, 2020 if the links in this file are not clickable, download the html version from. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god. As with most books in the bible, we cannot know for certain when and from where these epistles were penned. Studies in john 1 studies in john introduction and contents jesus christ has marked the history of mankind more profoundly than any other person who has walked upon planet earth. This summary of the gospel of john provides information about the title, authors. The handout is to encourage you to study ahead of timebefore coming to class. Johns record of his experiences with jesus, the gospel of john, is divided into twentyone chapters. Evangelistic bible studies the following is a collection of bible passages intended to be used in the planting of the seeds of the gospel. This selfcontained study on the book of john will give you an excellent introduction to the inductive bible study technique. Click here or on the graphic below to open and save the.
The other important picture of light in the bible relates it to gods word. Some guesses are better than others, but are still just that. Each lesson gives you a place to respond to the input you get from the holy spirit via gods word. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting. If your study only turns into an academic adventure you miss the opportunity to interact with your great god and father. At the end of this study guide there is a page entitled basic inductive bible study. Walk with the word revolves around the scripture reading plan the reading plan when going through the new testament covers an average of 4 chapters a week, all of which is read by those following it. Many churches encourage these types of midweek studies, but each shares the same goalthat the people of god gather together in community to study the word, encourage one another, pray, and get. The god of the bible study of the father, son, and holy spirit. John 1 1 that word begotten of god before all worlds. John s purpose in writing this book is clearly stated in john 20. The gospel of john begins with a parallel teaching to the book of genesis, the first book of the bible.
You will no longer only be an echo of what you hear from others. John 1, new american standard bible nasb the bible app. Gospel of john study guide highland park campmeeting and. Selections include bible study series, topical studies, popular authors, and ones created for special audiences men, women, couples, parents, teens, and children. All links and paths back through the translation process are maintained, as the study bible links back to each literal rendering and greek or hebrew root. I wholeheartedly recommend the power of words and the wonder of god. Over 7 sessions, examine the historical and cultural climate of firstcentury middle eastern society to not only understand jesus more deeply but to fuel your worship of him today.
The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. The apostle john wrote the book of the bible by his same name to address the false teachings of a man named cerinthus, who argued that jesus was not the divine son of god. John s purpose for this book is succinctly summed up in 20. John 1 in the beginning was the word, and the word was. Go deeper together with a free 6week group study guide on key themes in the gospel of john. It is no great sin to reject christ, nor to neglect his work. The small group study is intended for small group bible studies. Today im offering a free printable bible word search booklet for the entire gospel of john. He had been with god since the beginning, and all things had been created through him. Studies from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd john bible study guide. Individual bible studies to do alone or in a small group. This begins the study in the most spiritual book in the entire bible, the book of john.
You will find 21 puzzles in all, one for each chapter in the book of john. The book offers great discussion and selfreflection questions and places for journaling and for answering the questions. This is also a fundraising opportunity for us that we think could be a successful addition to your church or ministry spiritual arsenal. The power of words and the wonder of god desiring god. What truths can you see by studying the epistle of i john chapter 3 verse 1 and then studying the gospel of john chapter 1 verses 1011.
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