I. Purpose of John’s Gospel (20:30, 31)

A.  Certainty of signs (20:30)

1. Jesus did many signs. 2. Jesus did the signs in the presence of the disciples. 3. John did not record all of the signs Jesus did.

For  Discussion:    Ques.ons  4  &  5  from  

Study  Guide  

Causes and abundant catch of fish (21:6)

I. Purpose of John’s Gospel (20:30, 31)

A. Certainty of signs (20:30)

B. Significance of the signs (20:31)

(pisteuō): vb.; think to be true, to believe, implying trust For Discussion: Question #7 READ- John 2:23-25, Discuss Questions #9,10 READ- John 17:3, Discuss Question #11

II. Nature of John’s Gospel A. Theological biography

B. Narrative

C. Selective

D. Not impartial E. Inspired

•  2 Peter 1:21 •  2 Timothy 3:16

III. Structure of John’s Gospel A. Prologue (1:1–18)

B. Book of signs (1:19—12:50)

III. Structure of John’s Gospel A. Prologue (1:1–18)

B. Book of signs (1:19—12:50)

C. Book of glory (13—20)

D. Epilogue (21)

Application Questions: Question #19: How will a genuine belief in Jesus be evident in a person’s life? For reflection this week: Question #20: What evidence in your life shows that you believe in Jesus with your heart instead of just your head?

Put your faith in Christ for salvation.