The Gospel of John
Speaker: Peter King Location: Idyllwild Bible School Date: 1997 Topic: The Gospel of John Class 1 - The Word Made Flesh Class 2 - Signs (Part 1) Class 3 - Signs (Part 2) Class 4 - The Bread of Life Class 5 - The Shadow of the Cross Class 6 - The Cross and The Crown
Classes
Class 1: Peter King - The Gospel of John - Class 1 - The Word Made Flesh
The class explores the Gospel of John, focusing on the prologue and the concept of the Word made flesh. It emphasizes Jesus as the divine presence and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, highlighting his role as God manifest in the flesh and the new tabernacle where God dwells among humanity.
Class 2: Peter King - The Gospel of John - Class 2 - Signs (Part 1)
The class explores the Gospel of John, focusing on the signs or miracles performed by Jesus, emphasizing their significance as evidence of his messianic role. The discussion includes the water-to-wine miracle at Cana and the symbolic meaning of Jesus' actions in the temple.
Class 3: Peter King - The Gospel of John - Class 3 - Signs (Part 2)
The class covers miracles and signs performed by Jesus, focusing on healing the nobleman's son, the impotent man at the pool of Bethesda, and the feeding of the 5,000. It emphasizes the importance of faith and Jesus' role as the provider of miracles and life.
Class 4: Peter King - The Gospel of John - Class 4 - The Bread of Life
The class discusses John chapter 6, focusing on Jesus as the Bread of Life, contrasting him with Moses and the manna in the wilderness. It emphasizes the need for faith and spiritual understanding over physical miracles, and the necessity of eating and drinking Christ's flesh and blood for eternal life.
Class 5: Peter King - The Gospel of John - Class 5 - The Shadow of the Cross
The class explores the Gospel of John, focusing on the shadow of the cross and Jesus' interactions with sinners and accusers. It delves into Jesus' teachings on judgment, forgiveness, and the consequences of sin, using parables and Old Testament references.
Class 6: Peter King - The Gospel of John - Class 6 - The Cross and The Crown
The class covers John 13, focusing on Jesus' humility and sacrifice, as exemplified by washing his disciples' feet. It emphasizes the importance of humility and obedience in discipleship, drawing parallels with Philippians 2 and the life of Christ.