Study Guide:Gospel of John/week 1
- 2UC Women's Ministry / Intervarsity Press
- Feb 23, 2017
- 3 min read
Welcome to reading through the Gospel of John study guide. Remember to ask the Holy Spirit to open the word of God to you, to give new insights and understanding about who God is and what Jesus has done in these passages. After each of the days lesson write out your response to God in form of a prayer. We are praying this time you spend with God's word will enrich your walk with Jesus and help you serve Him with greater joy.
Watch the Bible Project's video on the book of John part 1
Day 1
Read John 1
Discovering the Word
John records more than a dozen names or descriptions of Jesus in this chapter. What are some of these?
In verses 1-3 what facts does John declare to be true of the Word?
According to verses 14-18, what specific aspects of God's character are revealed to us through Jesus?
What steps did John take to guarantee that people would not look at him but at Christ?
In verses 35-51 we are introduced to five men: Andrew, Simon, Philip, Nathanael and one unnamed disciple (John). How did each man respond to the testimony he heard about Jesus?
Applying the Word
Which of the names of Jesus has the most significance to you personally? Explain why.
Ask God to bring the light and life of Jesus to you as you study his Word.
Day 2
Read John 2
Discovering the Word
When the groom's parents ran out of wine for their guests, Jesus' mother asked him to help (v. 3). What do you think Mary expected Jesus to do?
(Remember, according to verse 11 Jesus had not yet performed any miracles.)
What did Jesus mean by his reply to Mary in verse 4?
According to verse 11, the purpose of Jesus' miracle was not to save the groom from embarrassment but to display Christ's glory. What aspects of Christ's glory does this miracle reveal to you?
How does John's picture of Jesus in verses 15-16 fit with today's popular concept of him?
Only the Messiah had the authority to cleanse the temple. The people recognized that and asked Jesus for a miraculous sign to confirm his identity (v. 18). To what "sign" did Jesus point them (vv. 19-22)? Why do you think that particular sign was so significant in Jesus' mind?
Applying the Word
In what practical ways can you demonstrate the same concern that Jesus does toward the holy character of God?
Ask God to help you to be his representative in everything you do.
Day 3
Read John 3
Discovering the Word
What is your impression of Nicodemus (vv. 1-21)?
Why do you suppose Nicodemus responds to Jesus' explanation of new birth with such amazement (v. 9)?
How does the story of Moses lifting up the snake in the desert (vv. 14-15; see Num 21:4-9) illustrate our need and Christ's offer?
How and why does our response to God's Son determine our destiny (vv. 18-21)?
How would you summarize John's view of the character and ministry of Jesus (vv. 22-36)?
Applying the Word
John made it clear that Jesus was superior to him. What is one way you can demonstrate Christ's superiority in your life?
Who do you know that needs to know the truth about God?
How can you help that person see God?
Ask God to make you ready to testify of the role of Jesus in your life.
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