Category: John

John 7:16-17 is about Jesus explaining that his teachings are not his own but come from God, and those who are willing to do God’s will can discern whether his teaching comes from God or from himself. 16 So Jesus answered them, “My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me. 17 If anyone’s…

John 8:51-59 is about Jesus asserting his divine identity as the I AM, causing a heated debate with the Jewish leaders who fail to understand his references to Abraham and his pre-existence. 51 Truly, truly, I say to you, if anyone keeps my word, he will never see death.” 52 The Jews said to him,…

John 1:10 is about Jesus, the light of the world, coming into the world that He created, yet being unrecognized and rejected by His own people. 10 He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him. Setting the Scene for John 1:10 In John chapter…

John 10:14-16 is about Jesus as the Good Shepherd who cares for his flock, bringing together both Jews and Gentiles to create one unified family under his loving care. 14 I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me, 15 just as the Father knows me and I know the…

John 12:23-36 is about Jesus using the metaphor of a grain of wheat dying to bring forth much fruit to signify his impending death and resurrection as a way to glorify God and draw people to him through his sacrificial love. 23 And Jesus answered them, “The hour has come for the Son of Man…

John 14:33 is about finding peace in Jesus amidst the troubles of the world, as he offers his followers comfort and reassurance before facing betrayal and his impending crucifixion. 33 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts…

John 16:5-7 is about Jesus preparing his disciples for his departure by assuring them that it is to their advantage that he goes away, as he will send the Holy Spirit to guide and empower them in his absence. 5 But now I am going to him who sent me, and none of you asks…

John 19:19-22 is about the inscription on the cross of Jesus, which read “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews,” signifying both the true identity and the irony of Jesus’ kingship as perceived by different individuals, ultimately emphasizing his divine sovereignty and the fulfillment of prophecy. 19 Pilate also wrote an inscription and put…

John 20:26-29 is about Thomas, initially doubting the resurrection of Jesus, but ultimately experiencing a deep faith and conviction after seeing and touching Jesus’ wounds, leading to Jesus’ affirmation that those who believe without seeing are blessed. 26 Eight days later, his disciples were inside again, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were…

John 3:3-8 is about Jesus teaching Nicodemus that in order to enter the kingdom of God, one must be born again of the Spirit, illustrating the necessity of a spiritual rebirth to understand and participate in the divine realm. 3 Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he…