The Book of John- In the Beginning

[Alive]

“Therefore many other signs Jesus also performed in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name.”

(John 20:30–31 NAS95)

[kwikphilly]

1 hour ago, Dennis1209 said:

My apologies. Starting the topic with another person in mind is a wonderful idea. I wish I had known and would have kept my frequent flier mile yapper out of the conversation. I will bow out; carry on. 😊

No worries Brother - there'll be other opportunities Im sure👍

If they have questions I do hope they will ask.....let us pray🙏

[farouk]

On 4/18/2023 at 8:34 AM, kwikphilly said:

Blessings Everyone....

In speaking with many who come from different denominations there are many questions New Believers or "Seekers" have and many of us suggest they begin in the Book of John, commonly referred to as the Love Letter.....I came across a pretty thorough and nicely written commentary that I thought might be a nice way to kick off a Bible Study of the Book of John....

Typically I'm happy to initiate and facilitate a Study but I always try to Encourage others to join in that our Babes may hear the witness of 2,3 and more - that they may Receive what we have in Christ Jesus- it begins with that Measure of Faith to the Glory of God Almighty

It's a long read but imo,well done ...let us begin with John Chapter 1-Enjoy and be Bountifully Blessed!

https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/john-1/

With love in Christ, Kwik

@kwikphilly Such a sublime chapter - John 1; and memorable.

[other one]

On 4/19/2023 at 8:35 AM, kwikphilly said:

No takers?

The Book of John is such a wonderful Introduction to the Word of God...the Apostle John writes that we may Believe....Believe what?No,Believe WHO!

There is no mistaking WHO Jesus IS ,He IS God the Son,God Manifest in the flesh,The Word that Was,that IS and Will Forever Be.....God Almighty Who Came to Provide the Way,the Only Way back into Relationship with Himself - to Reconcile what was a broken Relationship because of the first man's sin.Born of a woman,fully man yet Fully God

Jesus,the Way,the Truth & the Life.. ..Glory to God Most High!

Been kind of busy cleaning up messes and talking to insurance companies.

Looks like something I'll look at later.  things are a mess here.

[farouk]

@kwikphilly Maybe you have also done a study of how themes in John's Gospel link up with the same and very similar themes in John's First Epistle?

[kwikphilly]

4 minutes ago, farouk said:

@kwikphilly Maybe you have also done a study of how themes in John's Gospel link up with the same and very similar themes in John's First Epistle?

You're welcome to compare👍

[farouk]

1 minute ago, kwikphilly said:

You're welcome to compare👍

Love, the Son of God, God in Three Persons, eternal life......

Edited April 24, 2023 by farouk

[farouk]

I like this thread................

[Alive]

2 hours ago, Alive said:

“Therefore many other signs Jesus also performed in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name.”

(John 20:30–31 NAS95)

I posted this verse because it seems to me to be a good starting point to examine John's account, as he gives the reason for its writing.

It's a great verse to consider and to then hop over to the opening sentence and perhaps discuss the meaning of that word 'logos' and why the Holy Spirit chose to use it of the Son of God, Jesus--our Savior.

[Mr. M]

John 1:

6 There was a man sent from God,

whose name was John. 

7 This man came for a witness,

to bear witness of the Light,

that all through him might believe.

John 6:29 Jesus answered and said to them,

This is the work of God, that you believe

in Him whom He sent.

Luke 7:

29 And when all the people heard Him, 

even the tax collectors justified God, 

having been baptized with the baptism of John. 

30 But the Pharisees and lawyers

rejected the will of God for themselves,

not having been baptized by him.

Matthew 21:32 For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him; but tax collectors and harlots believed him; and when you saw it, you did not afterward relent and believe him.

Ephesians 2:20 having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone.

apostle-apostolos (G652) one who is sent

1 Thessalonians 5:20 Despise not prophesyings.

Edited April 24, 2023 by Mr. M
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