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March 2, 2025 41 mins

In this episode, we dive into the Gospel of John, one of the most profound and theologically rich books of the New Testament. Who wrote it, and when and where was it written? We'll explore the authorship of the apostle John, examining the historical context and the unique features of this gospel.

We'll also discuss who John’s intended audience likely was and how the message of this gospel was tailored to them. From there, we break down the main sections of the book—highlighting the key moments in Jesus' ministry, his teachings, and the significant miracles that John emphasizes.

Whether you're new to the Gospel of John or looking for a refresher, this episode will provide a comprehensive overview to help you better understand its message and significance.

Tune in for a closer look at one of the most beloved and theologically profound accounts of Jesus' life!

Sources:

Burge, G. (2018, March 23). Who Wrote the Gospel of John? Zondervan Academic. Retrieved April 11, 2024, from https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/who-wrote-the-gospel-of-john

MacArthur, J. (2007). Bible Introductions - John. Blue Letter Bible. Retrieved April 12, 2024, from https://www.blueletterbible.org/Comm/macarthur_john/bible-introductions/john-intro.cfm

Charlesworth, J. H. (1993, February). Reinterpreting John: How the Dead Sea Scrolls Have Revolutionized Our Understanding of the Gospel of John. Biblical Archaeology Society Library. Retrieved April 13, 2024, from https://library.biblicalarchaeology.org/article/reinterpreting-john/

Long, K. (2023, July 11). Unmasking Who Wrote The Gospel Of John. Bartehrman.com. Retrieved April 13, 2024, from https://www.bartehrman.com/who-wrote-the-gospel-of-john/

Strauss, M. (2017, September 20). Who Wrote the Gospels, and How Do We Know for Sure? Zondervan Academic. Retrieved April 13, 2024, from https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/who-wrote-gospels

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Strauss, M. L. (2017, September 23). John: The Gospel of the Eternal Son Who Reveals the Father. Bible Project. Retrieved April 15, 2024, from https://bibleproject.com/articles/john-gospel-eternal-son-reveals-father/

Ritsman, D. F. (n.d.). The Gospel of John and the Synoptic Gospels. Biblestudycourses.org. Retrieved April 20, 2024, from https://biblestudycourses.org/john-bible-study-courses-section-1/john-and-the-synoptic-gospels/

Harris, W. H., III (2004, June 24). Major Differences Between John and the Synoptic Gospels. Bible.org. Retrieved April 20, 2024, from https://bible.org/seriespage/2-major-differences-between-john-and-synoptic-gospels

Song Tracklist:

"Ain't No Mercy Here" - Def Lev

"Golden Days" - Rymdklang Soundtracks

"High Stakes (Instrumental Version)" - Nbhd Nick

"Just Be You (Instrumental Version)" - First Timer

"Free Born Mind (Instrumental Version)" - Gamma Skies

"Enough This Time" - Rockin' For Decades

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