Eight Signs of John
These are the Life of Christ classes that cover the 8 signs of John.
Classes
Class 1: 1. Water into Wine
The class discusses the first of the eight signs in the Gospel of John, focusing on the miracle of water turning into wine at Cana. It emphasizes the spiritual significance of the event and contrasts it with the law and grace, highlighting the change in relationships and the symbolism of wine as a precursor to the new covenant.
Class 2: 2. Heals Ruler's Son
The class discusses the second sign in John's gospel, where Jesus heals the nobleman's son, emphasizing it as a symbolic miracle of God giving life to Israel. It contrasts the faith of the Gentiles and the need for signs among Jews, highlighting themes of faith and the significance of Jesus' miracles.
Class 3: 3. Lame man walks
The class discusses the healing of the impotent man at the pool of Bethesda in John 5:1-16, emphasizing the significance of the event during the Passover and its typological representation of Israel's wandering in the wilderness. The class also explores Jesus' teachings on the Sabbath and the fulfillment of the law.
Class 4: 4. Feeding 5000 and 5. Calming the Sea
The class covers the feeding of the 5,000 and the calming of the sea from John chapter 6, emphasizing Christ's compassion and provision for humanity. It also explores the disciples' role and the importance of commitment to the truth.
Class 5: 6. Heals Blind Man
The class discusses the healing of the blind man in John 9, emphasizing the spiritual significance of the miracle and the contrast between those who claim to see but are blind and those who were blind but now see. It highlights the importance of faith and humility in accepting divine guidance.
Class 6: 7. Raises Dead
The class discusses the miracle of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, emphasizing its significance in revealing Jesus as the Son of God and the importance of faith and discipleship. It highlights the contrast between those who reject Jesus and those who follow him, stressing the need for believers to walk in the light of Christ.
Class 7: 7. Raises Dead
The class focuses on the resurrection of Lazarus in John 11, emphasizing the divine nature of Jesus and the importance of personal faith in him. It highlights the relationship between Jesus and his Father, and the lesson Martha learns about Jesus' power and authority over life and death.
Class 8: 7. Raises Dead
The class discusses the raising of Lazarus from John 11, focusing on its impact on the Jews and the chief priests, highlighting the division it caused and the determination to eliminate Jesus and Lazarus. It also explores the theological implications of resurrection and the Pharisees' and Sadducees' differing beliefs.
Class 9: 8. Harvest of Fish
The class covers John 21, focusing on the post-resurrection appearance of Jesus to his disciples by the Sea of Tiberias. It emphasizes the symbolism of the miraculous catch of fish and the breaking of bread, highlighting themes of discipleship, the resurrection, and the atonement.