John
Purpose
Selects signs so that readers may believe Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and have life in his name.
Author
Traditionally John, the beloved disciple, son of Zebedee
Time Period
Written c. 85-95 AD
Key Themes
- Belief and eternal life
- Signs
- Jesus as Son of God
- Love
- The Spirit (Paraclete)
Outline
Signs and discourses in ministry (ch. 1-12); the upper room and farewell teaching (ch. 13-17); Passion and resurrection (ch. 18-21).