MANIFESTATION OF THE SON OF GOD JOHN 1–2 OVERVIEW The opening of Johns Gospel makes it clear that he is giving a different perspective on the life and ministry of Jesus Christ than did the other three Gospel writers. John begins with the pre-existence and deity of the Word, the one who became human to reveal who God is and to fulfil Gods promises of a Messiah to Israel. Proclaiming the identity of Jesus as the Chosen One of God is the ministry of John the Baptist, who leads his disciples to become Jesus first followers. At a wedding in Cana, Jesus demonstrates his miraculous power for the first time. Later in Jerusalem, his zeal for his Fathers house causes him to challenge the status quo, an act which forces an early confrontation over his claims. CHAPTER I THE IDENTITY OF THE SON OF GOD Affirmed – 1~18 - BY GOD Proclaimed – 19~34 BY JOHN Acknowledged – 35~51 BY DECIPLES CHAPTER 11 AUTHORITY OF THE SON OF GOD Over nature MY DAILY WALK Turn to Acts 1:13. There you will find the names of eleven of the twelve disciples of Jesus. Glance down the list, and see if you can recall one significant fact about each man. (For example, Peter—walked on the water, and so on). Which disciples come up anonymous in your mind? Chances are, Andrew fits that category. Although he was one of the twelve apostles, he lived his life in the shadow of his brother, Peter. Outside of Johns Gospel he is mentioned only in descriptions with Peter, casting fishing net, and in the lists of the apostles. He was an ordinary and little- known person. Yet Andrew was distinctive in at least one way: he was frequently bringing people to Jesus. First his brother (John 1:40- 42) and later a little boy (6:8- 9) came to the Saviour because of Andrews invitation. Sharing your faith may sound scary, but could you invite another person to meet a Friend who has changed your life? This week invite a neighbour to go to church with you. Youll both be glad you did. THE OBJECT IN WITNESSING IS NOT TO WIN ARGUMENTS BUT TO WIN DISCIPLES. INSIGHT A Handy Outline in a Handy Place John 1:1- 4 Prologue- Description- Expanded in . . . 1:1- 4- Revelation of the Son of God- 1:19–6:71 1:5- 11- Rejection of the Son of God- 7:1–12:50 1:12- 18- Acceptance of the Son of God- 13:1–21:25 INSIGHT Which Prophet? John 1:21 The people had already asked John if he was Elijah, who was prophesied to return one day (Malachi 4:5). So who was this other Prophet they expected (John 1:21)? In Deuteronomy 18:15, Moses told the Israelites that a prophet like him would come one day and that they must listen to him. The prophet like Moses, as he was known—a deliverer, rescuer, and representative of Gods covenant—was highly anticipated. Later the people figured out who the Prophet was. You can read about their discovery in John 6:14 and 7:40. Behold. I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and terrible day of Jehovah come [Malachi 4:5]. And they asked him, What then? Art thou Elijah? And he saith, I am not. Art thou the prophet? And he answered. No [John 1:21]. Jehovah thy God will raise up unto thee a prophet from the midst of thee, thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken [Deuteronomy 18:15]. When therefore the people saw the sign which he did, they said, This is of a truth the prophet that cometh into the world [John 6:14]. [some] of the multitude therefore, whom they heard those words, said, This is of a truth the prophet [John 7:40].
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