John’s Purpose
Who wrote the Gospel of John?
John the Apostle, the beloved disciple
What do believers become according to John 1:12–13?
Children of God.
Who testified about Jesus, saying He was greater?
John the Baptist.
According to John 3:17, why did Jesus come into the world?
To save the world, not condemn it.
Recite John 3:16.
For God so loved the world...
According to John 20:31, why was this Gospel written?
So that people may believe in Jesus and have life in His name.
True or False: Being born into a Christian family makes someone a child of God.
False.
What does 'grace upon grace' mean?
Ongoing, overflowing grace from Jesus.
Why do some people love darkness instead of light?
Because their deeds are evil and they fear exposure.
Finish: 'For God did not send his Son into the world…'
…not to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him.
How is John’s Gospel different from the Synoptics?
It is more theological, selective, and focuses on signs
What does it mean to be born again?
A spiritual rebirth through the Spirit.
How is the law different from grace?
The law shows God’s standard; grace brings forgiveness and truth.
What does light represent in John’s Gospel?
Jesus, truth, holiness, righteousness.
Where is the purpose statement of John’s Gospel found?
John 20:30–31.
What word does John use to describe Jesus’ works?
Signs.
Who did Jesus explain being 'born again' to?
Nicodemus.
What did Moses give, and what did Jesus bring?
Law through Moses; grace and truth through Jesus
What does darkness represent?
Sin, rebellion, evil.
Quote John 1:12.
Yet to all who did receive him... he gave the right to become children of God.
What results from belief, according to John 20:31?
Eternal life in His name.
Give one way belief should change a person’s daily life.
Answers vary: honesty, forgiveness, kindness.
Give one example of showing grace at school.
Answers vary: forgiving, helping, kindness.
Give one example of choosing light in daily life.
Answers vary: telling truth, avoiding gossip, doing right
What two things happen when someone believes in Jesus, according to John 3:16?
They are saved from perishing and given eternal life.