Bible Study on John: Who Jesus Is

Verses to read

• “but these are written, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.”

  John 20:31

• “For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.”

  John 3:16

• “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”

  John 10:11

Why did John write this book?

John tells us exactly why he wrote his book at the end of chapter 20. He says he picked specific signs and stories to help us believe. He wanted readers to know that Jesus is the Christ. Christ is a title that means the one God promised to send to save the world.

John knows that when we believe in Jesus, our lives change. We get a new kind of life that lasts forever. This book is like a map that leads us straight to a friendship with God.

The Seven Signs of Jesus

In the first half of the book, John lists seven miracles. He calls them signs. A sign points to something important. These miracles point to the power of Jesus. For example, He turned water into wine and walked on water.

Each sign shows that Jesus has power over nature, sickness, and even death. When you study these signs, you see that nothing is too hard for Jesus to handle.

Who does Jesus say He is?

Jesus uses the words "I am" many times in this book. This is how God spoke to people in the Old Testament. By saying "I am," Jesus is saying He is God. He says He is the Bread of Life because He feeds our hearts.

He also says He is the Light of the World. This means He shows us the right way to live when things feel dark. These names help us understand how Jesus cares for us every day.

The Great Love of God

John 3:16 is the most famous verse in this book. It tells us that God loved the world so much that He sent Jesus. God did not send Jesus to punish us. He sent Jesus to save us.

This love is the main theme of the whole book. Even when Jesus was dying on the cross, He was showing love. He took our place so we could be part of God's family.

Common questions

Is the Gospel of John easy for beginners?

Yes, it is one of the best books to read first. The language is simple, but the message about Jesus' love is very deep.

What makes John different from Matthew, Mark, and Luke?

Matthew, Mark, and Luke focus on Jesus' actions and parables. John focuses more on who Jesus is as God's Son and His long talks with His followers.

Who was the author of John?

The author was John the Apostle. He was a fisherman who became one of the closest friends of Jesus during His time on earth.

What is eternal life?

Eternal life is a gift from God. It means living with God's peace now and living forever with Him in heaven after we die.