Early Christian writers say the disciple John wrote this account of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus late in life. John opens by telling us who Jesus is, from his personal experience and a lifetime of reflection: “We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth”. John gives unique information on miracles which Jesus did to reveal his glory - John calls them “signs”. He records life-changing conversations Jesus had with individuals. A large proportion of John’s book describes the last week of Jesus’ life on earth, his death, resurrection and appearances to his disciples. John shares his personal memories of the evening before Jesus died, including Jesus’ claim “I am the way and the truth and the life”. Do you believe this? John explains he wrote so “that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” Read John and see what you think. Perhaps you already believe – if so you will value the information John gives us, especially Jesus’ teaching at the last supper. Jesus spoke about the Holy Spirit whom the Father would send us in Jesus’ name, and about his love for us. We listen in to Jesus’ prayer for us. We are challenged about our love for him and our love for each other. We learn so much more about the Lord Jesus from John’s gospel – let’s read it together!
