Parables of the Gospel of John
Four classes and an exhort on the signs (parables) of John's Gospel
Classes
Class 1: Water into Wine
The class explores the first miracle in the Gospel of John, where Jesus turns water into wine at a wedding in Cana. It emphasizes the significance of this event as a parable of new life and the disciples' faith in Jesus.
Class 2: The Invalid Man
The class covers the parable of the invalid man from John 5, focusing on Jesus' healing of a man who had been sick for 38 years and his subsequent encounter with the Jews on the Sabbath. The main lesson is about the importance of following God's principles over human traditions and the consequences of rejecting divine healing.
Class 3: Feeding the Five Thousand
The class discusses the feeding of the five thousand from John 6:1-15, exploring the miracle's significance and its connection to Christ's sacrifice. It also touches on the disciples' role and the context of John the Baptist's death.
Class 4: Walking On The Water
The class explores the parable of Jesus walking on water from John 6, focusing on the disciples' faith and the contrast between their expectations of an earthly kingdom and Jesus' divine mission. It emphasizes perseverance in the face of doctrinal challenges and the promise of Christ's return.
Class 5: Healing of the Blind Man - John 9
The class discusses the parable of the man born blind in John 9, focusing on Jesus' healing and the man's faith journey. It highlights the contrast between false beliefs about suffering and the truth of God's glory revealed through Jesus.