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THE THREAD: “THE STORY” John 5:31-40, I John 1:1-4

Uncover the true message of Scripture and find fresh inspiration through the Thread - our New Testament perspective that reveals the Gospel. Explore the importance of context and the different aspects of biblical study. This week, gain insights from John 5:31-40 and 1 John 1:1-4 to understand the significance of Jesus in scripture. Next week, dive into Genesis 1:1-2:3 and John 1:1-5 to explore the beginning.

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THE THREAD: “THE STORY” John 5:31-40, I John 1:1-4

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  1. THE THREAD: “THE STORY” John 5:31-40, I John 1:1-4 One of the most challenging aspects of any study of scripture is overcoming what we think we know, as compared to what we may or may not have been taught. Scripture is the written record of God’s revelation experienced through the people of Israel and made manifest in the coming of Jesus Christ.” To understand it fully, demands prayer discipline and utilizing the availability of reliable resources So, what is The Thread? What Thread are we talking about? Should we even have a Thread? The Thread is the Gospel itself. The Thread is our New Testament perspective that allows the Christian message to find fresh enlightenment and inspiration. The Thread is our new life experience in Jesus Christ. So what helps us understand context? Is it just a matter of reading everything before and after something? Can we just read what it says and be satisfied with it? When theologians study scripture they employ the resources of a study referred to as exegesis. Exegesis (greek- “exegeomai”) means to lead out of or in this instance “to read out of.” These areas of study include: Textual criticism (criticism meaning critique or analysis) -the quest for the original wording.

  2. HISTORICAL CRITICISM There can be a history of the text and a history in the text. Examining political, social or religious conditions is very important. History is both a filter and a magnifying glass. GRAMATICAL CRITICM This examines the languages of the ancient books. Most of the Hebrew Bible otherwise known as the Tanank consists of 39 books and with the exception of certain parts of Daniel and Ezra (written in Aramaic) is written in Biblical or classical Hebrew. The NT is written in Koine Greek with a few verses in Syriac. LITERARY CRITICISM Examines authorship, techniques of style, first person/second person, symbols, dramatic effects, creative input. FORM CRITICISM Examines the settings in life, the type of writing utilized etc… Scripture contains, songs, prayers, poems, acrostics, narratives, allegories and prose along with apocalyptical works.

  3. TRADITION CRITICISM All cultures pass down customs and practices. They provide an understanding of where a culture has been, where they are, and where they are going. Oral vs. written tradition REDACTION CRITICISM Examines the editing process of scriptural content. This analysis presupposes form and tradition criticism and works within that scope of observation. This is very apparent in the Gospels when stories and events of Jesus’ life are recorded more than once. CANONICAL Our bible is the sacred scripture of both synagogue and church. The Bible itself has had a remarkable history. Different leaders held to different canons.

  4. All of these things help put scripture into context. John 5 reminds us of the importance of what Jesus said when he talked about the value of all various kinds of influences that affect our Thread, our story. In verse 31, he reminds us of those who have borne the truth of Jesus himself. In Vs. 36-38 Jesus reminds us of the thread of his works and the importance of how the Father has continued to work in the lives and in Creation. Finally, in verse 39-40 Jesus reminds us of the importance of scripture.

  5. The witness of prophets and disciples; the witness of his own work and ministry; the glory of the Father as revealed to humanity; and all of scripture is superfluous aside from Jesus himself. “You search the scripture because you think they hold truth, and even if you believe they reveal me, you still are unwilling to come to Me to have life.” What Jesus just did was give us our context. Jesus is actually giving us everything we need to study scripture. We need Jesus. Everything is seen through the context of Jesus himself. We have to know what it said in order to understand what is says. We have to understand what it meant to understand what it means. And if we’re going to apply embrace the truths of its content, then we have to understand it through the eyes of Jesus himself.

  6. Next week, The Thread: In The Beginning! ASSIGNMENT: READ Genesis 1:-2:3, John 1:1-5

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