Studying the book of 1 john

The book of 1 john provides simple yet profound teaching on what it means to know god and to live. Mcgee used to speak of each new book in his study as the greatest book in the bible. Questions should be studied by each individual before your discussion group meets. Live brilliantly guides us through 1 john to see how god calls us to be his light bearers here on earth. In an age of sinful pleasures, as well as sophisticated justifications for indulging those pleasures, 1 john commends a living, practical faith that strengthens followers of jesus christ to overcome temptation by love. The book of john series scott huckaby is developing a bible study series that will be a versebyverse exposition of the book of john. John takes us down the silent corridors of eternity, through the vast emptiness of space, to a beginning that is not a beginning at all. A study of the gospel of john christs teachings vs the modern american gospel edition 3. The fruit of fellowship with christ i write these things to you who believe in the name of the son of god so that you may know that you have eternal life.

The claim of the watchtower defending their translation of john 1. He was a fisherman, one of jesus inner circle together with james and peter, and the disciple whom jesus loved jn. Online bible study through 1 john randy white ministries. Certainly johns epistles are the last which he wrote.

In the book of john, we find that jesus ministry altogether was approximately 3 1 2 years. Studying the book of 1 john discipleship evangelism. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. As to a date, it is commonly believed to have been written close to the end of the 1 st century, somewhere. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see bible. He first established his credentials as as an eyewitness to the resurrection of jesus christ, mentioning that his hands had touched the risen savior. He wants his children to know that they belong to him, which is one of the reasons he gave us the book of 1 john. In a world that hates jesus, we are called to love him and his. Tony evans challenges christians who have grown comfortable and complacent in their faith. Studying the book of 1 john in small group discussions lesson 6 children of god 1 john 3. It should help you look at the first few chapters and its author to think about what god is trying to communicate with this book of the bible. John recognized that love comes from god, and he encouraged the believers to love one another 1 john 4.

John 112 the bible project this video provides a visual introduction and overview of the book of john. It can be done alone as a daily devotional or in a small womans group. Discussing and sharing your insights with others is a rewarding, fun way to study the bible. The gospel of john, also called book of john, is an eyewitness account written by someone very close to jesus. If a team answers a question they put an x or an 0 on the board. Play a game of tic tac to with the kids to make it fun. Book of first john overview insight for living ministries.

Watch our overview video on the letters of john, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. In this account of the life, death, and resurrection of jesus, we learn that jesus is the son of god, 1 sent 2 by god the father to give eternal life 3 to all who believe in him. No other book of the bible talks about love as often as first john. The gospel of john a study guide pastor ryan mobley delta church 408 s. Comfortable christianity often means a weak christianity. Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group.

As you delve into this study, youll see how and why multitudes of people misunderstood jesus during his earthly life, and the countless ways we struggle to fully understand him today. Each of the 21 weekly lessons in this gospel of john bible study is designed to challenge you to learn the truths presented. Studies from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd john bible study guide. If you are studying this course with a group, follow the instructions of your group leader. Whittier secret sin down here is open scandal in heaven. The gospel of john, also called book of john, is an eyewitness account written by.

Study guide for john 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. Online bible study through 1 john the book of 1st john is a book of great encouragement and teaching for the believer. The gospel of john plays a unique and influential role in the christian bible. As to a date, it is commonly believed to have been written close to the end of the 1st century, somewhere between 90.

It encourages us to live the life god wants us to live. Although the first epistle of john does not bear any authors name it was never seriously doubted that the apostle john is. This 25 part expository study of 1 john was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 200506. In the book of john, that we do not see in the other gospels is the conversation of jesus with nicodemus, the conversation with the woman of samaria, and many more. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the father, jesus christ the righteous. What do you learn about john the baptist from studying what jesus said in matthew chapter 11, verses 7 through 14. Here is a summary and commentary on first john chapter two. The early christian church was afflicted with doubts, persecution, and false teaching, and the apostle john addressed all three in his encouraging book of 1 john. The gospel of john was written by john, one of jesus twelve apostles. Book of 1 john read, study bible verses online bible study tools. First john is the fourth of the general epistles or catholic letters, the writings of apostles to the church at large. Invoking the in the beginning language of genesis 1.

When our lives reflect gods word, light shines on our decisions, our relationships, and our actions. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Live brilliantly guides you through the book of 1 john to see how god calls us to be light bearers here on earth. John encourages believers that jesus was jehovah god who had come in the flesh, that god is light and he encourages christians to walk in the light by keeping his commandments, and the main commandment was to love god and love one another. John wrote his book in a language that the people would understand. When he came back, he was discussing india at the home of some of his friends, and the talk drifted to missions, and this man, out of his wide experience, about five months in india, said, i have no use for missions and missionaries. About one in every 50 words is a form of lovethat makes for about 52 mentions of love in just five short chapters. Bible study introduction to the book of 1 john learn religions. Study guide1,2,3 john growing christians ministries. This 10day study will take you through the beginning of the book. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Each 20minute study of 1 john in live brilliantly reminds readers that when their lives reflect gods light, no darkness can overtake them. Intro to 1 john biblica the international bible society.

God manifested in jesus christ, that man may have fellowship with the father through the son. Bible reading schedule for 1 john lesson 1 i john 1. David guzik study guide for john 1 a new version of this page can be found here the word and the witness. Introduction to 1 john the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.

Introduction to the study of the book of john i feel a good deal like the late dr. Studying the book of 1 john in small group discussions lesson 3 walking in the light continued 1 john 2. Written late in the 1st century, the apostle john wrote the book to provide boundaries on our beliefs about christ. For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and shew unto you that eternal life, which was with the father, and was manifested unto us. Gospel of john chapter 1 free online bible study lessons. John began with the beginning the eternal god, who was. John wont take us to bethlehem because he wants you and me to grow as believers. The book of 1 john contains some of the bibles most beautiful descriptions of god and his unfailing love. Matthew, mark, and luke sometimes called the synoptic gospels. John s legacy by the time 1 john was written, there were second and thirdgeneration christians. John 1 indepth versebyverse bible study and commentary of john chapter 1 in plain english.

Live brilliantly a study in the book of 1 john live. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Study guide for 1 john 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. This summary of the book of 1 john provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 john. We can be assured of the authenticity of our faith if we enjoy fellowship with god based on the truth about jesus. A key verse for understanding the gospel of john is found at the end of the book.

From the readings of matthew chapter 3, verses 5 and 6, and mark chapter 1 verse 5, why did the jewish leaders send messengers to inquire of john the baptist who he was. The gospel of john is about relationship and union with christ. Our secret sins are in the light of thy pure countenance. In his through the bible series which he did on the radio and in print, dr. They typically cover a chapter of the book of john. The epistles of john show jesus as the way, the truth and the life. The apostle john begins with the purpose of writing this letter by stating, i am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. One of the key themes of the gospel of john is how no one understands jesus. Introduction to the study of the book of john the gospel of john is of particular interest because of its unique approachvery different from the approach of the other three gospels. Jesus, a propitiatory sacrifice 1, 2 observing his commandments 311 old and new commandment 7, 8 reasons for writing 1214 do not love the world 1517 warning against the antichrist 1829 3. Johns first epistle teaches that while it is important to recognize the lines between truth and error, it must always be done in a spirit of love. The creeping philosophy of gnosticism was affecting the belief system of. Justin buzzard mdiv, fuller theological seminary is the founder and lead pastor of garden city church in silicon valley. These factors suggest that john wrote the book between ad 85 and ad 95.

John did not include the nativity story in his gospel. In answer to this approach to greek grammar and translation, we can only refer to the multitude of other times in the new testament where god. Even among the twelve, john was one of the three apostles along with peter and james who were the closest to jesus. Home bible studies 1, 2, and 3 john studies 1 john 1 these small group studies of 1 john contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications. The epistle of 1 john is about fellowship and communion with christ and communion with christ and fellow believers. Why did the apostle john write the book of 1st john. This 12week study is designed to be completed in 12 weeks by studying 20 minutes a day, for five days a week. This allnew fresh life bible study takes readers through the book of 1 john, inspiring them to respond to gods call to be light bearers in a dark world. This 10day study will take you through the beginning of. But these are written that you may believe that jesus is the christ. The first epistle of john chapter one john begins his first epistle like he does his gospel. Book of john overview insight for living ministries. Live brilliantly a study in the book of 1 john devotional reading.

Each day youll spend about 20 minutes looking at the truth in the verses and applying it to your own life. Although the first epistle of john does not bear any authors name it was never seriously doubted that the apostle john is the author of this epistle as well as of the fourth gospel. While paul wrote to specific congregations and individuals, peter, james, john, and jude wrote to broader audiences scattered across the roman empire. Word of life 1 4 walking in the light 57 need for confessing sins 810 2. In this epistle the apostle john addressed the dangerous spread of apostate influences in the church. With explore the bible, groups can expect to engage scripture in its proper context and be better prepared to live it out in their own context.