Key characters in John
The people whose lives carry the story of John — and the lessons we learn from each.
Character 1
Jesus
The Word made flesh.
Lessons from Jesus in John: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.
Character 2
John the Baptist
Witness.
Lessons from John the Baptist in John: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.
Character 3
The Beloved Disciple
Eyewitness narrator.
Lessons from The Beloved Disciple in John: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.
See how these lives fit the bigger picture in the John overview or explore major themes.