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  Themes in the Gospel of John Sabbath School Lesson 11 The Father, the Son, and the Spirit You may use this for presenting and studying the current Sabbath School Lesson. ------------------------------ >   Download the notes for Lesson 11 video here. ----------------------  >  Download  Themes in the Gospel of John (4th  qtr) Sabbath School Lessons Here ------------------------------

  The Bible addresses aspects of existence, purpose, and morality that go beyond the scope of scientific inquiry. Here are some truths taught in the Bible that science, even in theory, cannot teach us.  The Nature of God     The Bible teaches that God is eternal, omniscient, omnipotent, and personal (e.g., Psalm 90:2; Isaiah 40:28). Science deals with the material universe and cannot address or prove the existence or attributes of a transcendent Creator.    The Purpose of Life     The Bible states that humans are created in God's image (Genesis 1:27) and are meant to glorify God and enjoy a relationship with Him (Isaiah 43:7; Ecclesiastes 12:13). Science can describe "how" we exist but not "why" we exist.  The Nature of Morality     The Bible provides an absolute moral framework, teaching principles of good and evil based on God's character (Exodus 20:117; Micah 6:8). Science can describe human behavior but cannot establish obj...

  John ties the concept of truth directly to Jesus by presenting Him as the embodiment and source of truth. Each passage emphasizes a unique aspect of Jesus' relationship to truth. John 1:14 - "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth."    Here, Jesus is described as the Word made flesh, filled with grace and truth. This establishes that truth is inherent in His divine nature and is a central characteristic of His mission on earth. John 1:17 - "For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ."    John contrasts the law given through Moses with the grace and truth brought by Jesus. This highlights Jesus as the fulfillment of God's promises, where truth is revealed in its fullness through Him. John 8:32 - "And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."    Jesus teaches that knowing the truth lea...

  John 14:1–3 records Jesus speaking to His disciples during the Last Supper, shortly before His arrest and crucifixion. The verses read as follows (NIV): "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am." Setting    - This conversation takes place in the Upper Room, where Jesus shares His final meal with His disciples (the Last Supper) and prepares them for His imminent departure. It is part of the larger discourse found in John 13–17. Emotional State of the Disciples    - The disciples were troubled and confused. Jesus had just told them that He was going to leave them (John 13:33) and that one of them would betray Him (John 13:21–30). He also hinted at Peter’s denial (John 13:36–38). These re...