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Delve into the Gospel of John to uncover the miraculous signs that reveal Jesus as the Christ, the Son of God. This study aims to strengthen faith and lead to eternal life through belief in Jesus. Explore the book's structure and themes, from the Proem to the Book of Signs and the Book of the Passion. Embrace the mystery of faith and the proclamation of Christ's glory.
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The Big Picture of John And a number of smaller ones
Purpose Statement Jesus did many other miraculous signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, The Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. John 20:30-31 • Evangelism? • Exhortation? • Probably both
Outline C. H. Dodd • The Proem (chapter 1) • The Book of Signs (chapters 2-12) • The Book of the Passion (chapters 13-22) Brown calls it “The Book of Glory” • Chapter 22 as epilogue?
Preach the Word! We should stop explaining and start proclaiming. Richard B. Hays
. . . and a number of smaller pictures Glory Invitation Christology Friendship Eternal life • Above and below • Yes-or-no world • Incarnation • Boldly confessing • Signs and faith • Signs and words
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Signs and Words
Invitation Freedom From WantNorman Rockwell1943
Christology Christology
. . . and a number of smaller pictures Glory Invitation Christology Friendship Eternal life • Above and below • Yes-or-no world • Incarnation • Boldly confessing • Signs and faith • Signs and words
The Big Picture of John And a number of smaller ones