The church of god in the world is as a sheepfold, exposed to deceivers and persecutors. This discourse seems plainly to be a continuation of the closing verses of the ninth chapter. In verses 12, john says that all who receive jesus, who believe in his name, become children of god. John 10, new international version niv the bible app. This article also serves as the introduction and background material to our bible study series in the gospel of john. The thief cometh not but that he may steal, and kill, and destroy. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. John shows us who jesus is by allowing jesus to speak for himself in seven dramatic i am statements. This contains study questions for the ignatius catholic study bible, the only catholic study bible based on the revised standard version 2nd catholic edition. To produce faith in jesus as the christ, the son of god jn 20. Contrast between the good shepherd and the false shepherds of israel.
John passes directly from the word of judgment in 9. To share the life that comes through such faith jn 20. Constable, provide commentary on all 66 books of the bible and contain over 12,000 pages of material in pdf format. This gospel was probably composed when john was an old man living in ephesus, around 90. Who were some of the great men of the bible who were shepherds. One of the key themes of the gospel of john is how no one understands jesus. Men, as creatures depending on their creator, are called the sheep of his pasture. A bible study guide and commentary, ignatius press. The transition from chapter 9 to chapter 10 is abrupt.
This simple creature the sheep has this special note among all animals, that it quickly hears the voice of the shepherd, follows. Four of these witnesses speak in the first chapter alone. Outline of the gospel of john here is the incredible news of the most exciting event in the universe. The gospel of john was written for a simple purpose. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. John 10 community bible study pdf download download by community bible study. Study questions for the ignatius catholic study bible. Constable taught at dallas theological seminary for 45 years, and served as the chairman of its bible exposition department. I told you, i will raise myself from the dead john 10.
The inductive questions are split up into five days to help you to work slowly through the same passage all week long. Study questions for the ignatius catholic study bible the gospel of st. The gospel of john free sermon outlines and bible studies. Students of the bible who have been introduced to the study of hermeneutics know that the first rule of interpretation is to determine the context. For starters why does the gospel of jesus inevitably divide people. This is the image we should have as we study john 10.
Jesus gives us some incredible imagery from agriculture, a very familiar theme in the first century culture that connects to our relationship with god and his relationship with us. Studies in john where the world comes to study the bible. Explore scripture in its jewish and early christian context. Compare the 2 basic reactions man has to jesus as the light in reading the gospel of john chapter 3, verses 1921. Study guide for john 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. There is no mention of sheep or a shepherd in chapter 9 or anywhere in the preceding chapters. Here, jesus is giving one of his most passionate and intimate illustrations portraying. John shows us who jesus is by calling forth witnesses who will testify about the identity of jesus. As you delve into this study, youll see how and why multitudes of people misunderstood jesus during his earthly life, and the countless ways we struggle to fully understand him today.
The context biblical manuscripts dont include chapter or verse divisions. You may do more than one day at a time but id encourage you to slow down and mediate more than you. I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. The book of john lessons bible study and ministry resources. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. Studies in john s gospel, study 14 focuses on john 10 and jesus claim to be the good shepherd who gives his life for his sheep, and in whose hand there is absolute security. This study is designed with four sections which are to be done simultaneously. The scripture, as the expressed will of the unchangeable god, is itself unchangeable and indissoluble olshausen. Niv, cultural backgrounds study bible, red letter edition.
The epistles of love john himself often wears the moniker. There is no mention of sheep or a shepherd in chapter 9. This verse forms a link of connection between john 10. John uses a different word for illustrative speech than the parable of the synoptics, but the idea is similar. John 10 bible study detailed questions, answers and guide for an indepth versebyverse bible study of john chapter 10 in plain english that everyone can understand. Here is the incredible news of the most exciting event in the universe. Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group.
How to know you belong to the good shepherd john 10. John macarthur bible search and study tools blue letter bible. The small group study is intended for small group bible studies. The emphasis of his pulpit ministry is the careful study and versebyverse exposition of the bible, with special attention devoted to the historical and grammatical background behind each passage. But verses 121 were probably connected with the feast of tabernacles or booths, 7. Under johns leadership, grace community churchs two morning worship services fill the 3,500seat auditorium to capacity. This simple creature the sheep has this special note among all animals, that it quickly hears the voice of the shepherd, follows no one else. What truths can you see by studying the epistle of i john chapter 3 verse 1 and then studying the gospel of john chapter 1 verses 10 11. False shepherds can rob in other ways such as hiding the truth of the bible as it is given. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible. For a comprehensive study of the passage, download the study guide pdf download.
Journey bible study for 100710 into thy word ministries bible study general idea. Gods word for you is a free bible study site committed to bringing you teaching and studies firmly grounded in the bible, and the bible s answers to. Studies in john will take you systematically through the book of john, and bring you to a crucial point of decision regarding historys most influential figure. The effect of such a view is to deny that the record was written by the apostle john or by any inspired. Studies from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd john bible study guide. Be sure to answer the bible study questions yourself before leading this study, and consider how jesus has brought life and light to you. The background to the good shepherd discourse in john 10 core. Millard p325 describes how liberal skeptics argued that the gospel of john was actually written after ad 150. John 10 commentary william barclays daily study bible. The problem wasnt that jesus was unclear about who he was and where he. There are two major components to this study guide.
This is the truth i tell youi am the door of the sheep. Invite your group members to put their trust in jesus. Ideally, individulas do the lessons alone at home and then discuss the questions with others in a small group setting for added insight. World wide study bible john 10 christian classics ethereal. Bible reading schedule for 1 john lesson 1 i john 1. Journey bible study for 120210 into thy word ministries bible study general idea. Small group questions the beautiful shepherd john 10. John s purpose in writing this book is clearly stated in john 20. A short teaching may also be incorporated into the dicussion. I and my father are one john 10 bible study questions handout john 10.
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