Key characters in John

The people whose lives carry the story of John — and the lessons we learn from each.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.