“Look at the Book” is Bible Gateway’s series of short blog posts and infographics introducing you to the books of the Bible. The Gospel of John differs sometimes drastically from the other three (“synoptic”) gospels, presenting a more theological depiction of Jesus.
Scroll to the bottom if you’d prefer to see (and save) this article as an infographic. You’ll also find a handy 30-day reading guide. Or, for a challenge, you can do it in one week using the 7-day reading guide below.
Summary
John wrote to all people to proclaim Jesus as the Son of God who operated with his Father’s full authority. John’s gospel goes the deepest theologically, touching on issues such as the incarnation and the ministry of the Holy Spirit.
- Category: Gospels
- Theme: Belief
- Timeline: Written around 85 AD by the Apostle John
Key Verse
“Jesus answered, ’I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’” — John 14:6 (NIV)
I Am Who I Am
Seven “I am” statements identify Jesus as God and Messiah:
- I am the Bread of Life (Jn 6:35)
- I am the Light of the World (Jn 8:12)
- I am the Gate (Jn 10:7-10)
- I am the Good Shepherd (Jn 10:11-14)
- I am the Resurrection and the Life (Jn 11:25)
- I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life (Jn 14:6)
- I am the True Vine (Jn 15:1-5)
7 Day Reading Guide
(See 30-day guide below.)
- Day 1: John 1-3
- Day 2: John 4-6
- Day 3: John 7-9
- Day 4: John 10-12
- Day 5: John 13-15
- Day 6: John 16-18
- Day 7: John 19-21
Sons of Thunder
John and James, his older brother, were known as “the sons of Zebedee,” and Jesus gave them the name “Sons of Thunder.”
Access the rest of the series. Browse Bible studies for each book of the Bible. Or right-click on the infographic below to download and save the image for your reference.
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