Bible Study Lessons
Bible Study Lessons We will attempt to discover what the original writer was saying to his immediate audience, and how it applies to our present day life. May these bible lessons allow us to see God's word with new understanding, by-passing language barriers and the opinions of men, causing His words to dance on the pages as originally intended.
Blessings, Samuel Mills These are original "verse by verse" bible study lessons from the Gospel of John. They are not copied from other web sites or sermons, but are of the the Adult Bible Study Class of Outcast Fellowship in Knoxville, Tennessee. If you live or happen to be in the Knoxville area please come join us in a relaxed, come as you are atmosphere where there are no 'outcasts' and everyone is welcome. "The Gospel of John"The Word Became Flesh (John 1:1-18) - John said that Jesus was both the Word and God; that He had been with God since the beginning, and that all things had been created through Him. In Him is life, and that life is the light of the world.John The Baptist's Testimony (John 1:19-51) - John the Baptist confessed that he was not the Christ. "The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, "Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!" (John 1:29)
Jesus Turns Water into Wine (John 2:1-25) - Jesus' first miracle was to turn water into wine at the wedding in Cana.
Jesus said "You must be born again" (John 3:1-21) - but Nicodemus did not understand that the only way to reach Heaven was through Jesus.
Jesus and John the Baptist (John 3:22-36) - This study is about the relationship of Jesus and John the Baptist, John's testimony of Jesus, and the subject of baptism.
The Samaritan Woman at the Well-Part 1 (John 4:1-26) - John the Baptist did not consider himself worthy to "loose the sandal straps" on Jesus' shoes, Yet here is Jesus, God the Son, reaching out to this woman of Samaria...
The Samaritan Woman at the Well-Part 2 (John 4:27-42) - continues with the Woman at the Well having accepted the "Well Spring of Life that springs up into eternity," and becomes a powerful witness to the Samaritans.
Pool of Bethesda-Part 1 (John 5:1-30) - This bible study lesson is about the healing of a cripple by the Pool of Bethesda, but the main issue is that Jesus healed this man on the Sabbath.
Pool of Bethesda-Part 2 (John 5:31-47) - In this study, "The Fourfold Witness," Jesus presents witnesses, offering proof that He was who He said He was, "The Messiah."
Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand (John 6:1-14) - The account of Jesus feeding the five thousand is the only miracle recorded in all four gospels.
Jesus Walks on Water (John 6:15-21) - "Jesus said to them, It is I; do not be afraid." Accordiong to the translators, another legitimate way this could have been tanslated would have been for Jesus to have said "this is the "I AM."
The Bread of Life (John 6:22-40) - Jesus tells the people that He is the true bread of life. "For I have come down from heaven, not to do my own will but the will of him who sent me." Jesus, Rejected by His Own Disciples (John 6:41-71) - In this bible study lesson Jesus attempts to help the people understand that He is speaking of Spiritual, not physical food, and that this Spiritual food is only available to those who believe. (free bible study lessons)
Feast of Booths (John 7:1-24) - Jesus is aware of the hostility and plots against Him by the Jewish Authorities and decides to wait a few days before going to the feast.
Can this be the Christ? (John 7:25-53) - Continuing from last week Jesus is still in the temple teaching, and the people are still trying to determine the true identity of Jesus. Jesus Forgives an Adultrous Woman (John 8:1-30) - The scribes and Pharisees brought an adulterous woman to Jesus, not to justify the law, but in an attempt to trick Jesus into...
Children of Abraham (John 8:31-59) - The people Jesus was teaching were descendents, or Children of Abraham and were attempting to stand on their rights to Heaven simply because of their ancestry.
Jesus Heals a Man Born Blind (John 9:1-41) - In this study Jesus is a light that gives sight both physically and spiritually.
I am the Good Shepherd (John 10:1-42) - Jesus said "I am the Good Shepherd." The problem was that the Pharisees and aristocrats despised shepherds... (free bible study lessons)
Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead (John 11:1-44) - in the city of Bethany which was the home town of Lazarus' and his sisters, Mary and Martha.
The Plot to Kill Jesus (John 11:45-57 and John 12:1-11) - In the Plot to Kill Jesus, the Jews had been mourning with Mary over the death of Lazarus , and when Jesus raised him from the dead reported all they had seen to the Pharisees.
Jesus Triumphal Entry (John 12:12-54) Begins the last week of Jesus ministry before the crucifixion. Many of those waving palm branches in His honor and hailing Him as king would soon be yelling, "Crucify Him!"
Jesus Washes the Disciples Feet (John 13) Even on the night before Jesus' crucifixion He washed His disciples feet and continued to teach.
Jesus Said "I am the Way the Truth and the Life" (John 14:1-31) Soon Jesus would be arrested, the disciples were shocked and bewildered after being told by Jesus that even Peter would deny Him.
I AM the True Vine (John 15: 1-27) - The vine was symbolic of Israel and appeared on some of their coins. Here Jesus describes Himself as "The True Vine.
The Work of the Holy Spirit (John 16:1-33) - Jesus continues to prepare the disciples for the tremendous battles that lie ahead, but promises He will not leave them alone. (free bible study lessons) "The Great Intercessory Prayer" (John 17:1-26) - Commonly referred to as "The Great Intercessory Prayer," or "The High Priestly Prayer" of Jesus, this scripture is seen by many as Jesus' farewell speech.
The Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus (John 18:1-40) - Jesus could have stopped the process at any moment. He was not so much the victim as the orchestrator of events.
The Soldiers Mock and Beat Jesus (John 19:1-16) - Severe scourging's often preceded crucifixions. but flogging and scourging, much more severe, were part of the death sentence.
The Crucifixion of Jesus (John 19:17-27) - Crucifixion was despised by the Jews and considered the most hideous Roman method of execution. It was reserved only for slaves and criminals and according to Deut. 21:23 whoever is hanged on a cross was considered accursed of God.
The Death of Jesus (John 19:28-42) - The complicated (Old Covenant) system of animal sacrifice was about to be replaced by the sacrifice of the Lamb of God. Jesus would become the final and ultimate sacrifice for sin.
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ (John 20:1-31) - tells of Mary Magdalene finding the empty tomb, of seeing two angels, meeting Christ outside the grave, telling the other disciples, and of Jesus and Doubting Thomas
- Miracle Catch of Fish (John 21:1-25)Jesus told the disciples to cast the net on the right side of the boat - tells Simon Peter to Feed my Lambs. This is John's testimony that Jesus is God.
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