His-Story Vol 2, Ch 3: The Gospel of John
Sermon Notes
HIS-STORY: The Bible in 18 Weeks
Volume II: The Old Testament Story
Chapter 3: The Gospel of John
Who is John?
Matthew 20:20-24
When was John’s Gospel Written?
John 5:1-2
Purpose of John’s Gospel:
John 20:30-31
John 3:16
Outline:
Prologue John 1:1-18
Book of Signs John 1:19-12:50
Book of Glory John 13:1-20:31
Epilogue John 21:1-25
Interesting Facts about John’s Gospel:
The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 7:53-8:11)
Significant Themes/Events of John’s Gospel:
1. Jesus as the Word (Logos)
2. The Seven Signs
3. Ministry in Samaria
4. Seven “I am” Statements
5. Raising of Lazarus
6. Jesus and His Disciples
7. Jesus Reinstates Peter
Takeaway:
Just as Jesus commissioned Peter, we are called to Follow Jesus – to love Him and to make disciples.
Study/Discussion Questions:
1. How is John’s Gospel different from the Synoptic Gospels and why is that important? How does it change your perspective of the Gospels?
2. What did you learn about John’s Gospel you did not know? How is it meaningful to you?
3. Read John 17:20-26. What is the value and significance of this prayer for us today?
4. Why is Jesus’ reinstatement of Peter important for us? What does it mean for you to truly love Jesus?
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Pastor Ken Ingold has been on staff at The Church at RB over 23 years, having joined the team in July 1997. He has a degree in Business Management and Administration from Indiana University at South Bend and a Master of Divinity Degree from Western Conservative Baptist Seminary, Portland, Oregon, having graduated from their Phoenix extension. He is passionate about “equipping the saints for works of service” and loves to help Christ-followers become all that God has created them to be.