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  John 17:3 states:   "Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent." (NIV) This verse is part of Jesus' prayer to the Father, often called the "High Priestly Prayer." In this context, Jesus is defining eternal life not just as an unending existence but as a profound, relational experience with God.  Understanding the Verse Eternal Life as Relationship      Eternal life is not merely living forever but is described as "knowing" God and Jesus Christ. The term "know" here implies an intimate, personal, and experiential relationship rather than mere intellectual knowledge.   The Only True God      Jesus emphasizes that eternal life is rooted in knowing the one true God, distinguishing Him from false gods or idols. This acknowledgment is crucial in understanding the exclusivity and authenticity of the Christian faith.  Jesus Christ, Whom God Sent   ...

  Themes in the Gospel of John Sabbath School Lesson 12 The Hour of Glory: The Cross and Resurrection You may use this for presenting and studying the current Sabbath School Lesson. ------------------------------ >   Download the notes for Lesson 12 video here. ----------------------  >  Download  Themes in the Gospel of John (4th  qtr) Sabbath School Lessons Here ------------------------------ >   Download 1st Quarter 2025 Lessons: God's Love and Justice =================

  In the Gospel of John, the apostle illustrates how Jesus, the Son, engages in actions that reveal the Father. Jesus clarifies the identity of the Father and demonstrates His connection to our world. Jesus served as the Father’s representative on earth, embodying the Father’s will in human form. He expressed that in everything He did, His aim was to fulfill the Father’s desires rather than His own. Jesus mentioned that He was sent by the Father to complete His mission—the salvation of humankind—and that the Father Himself testified to His work (John 5:36–38). Jesus declared that the Father sent Him to be the sole way for humanity to reach the Father (John 6:40, 44). The Father desires for everyone to experience the eternal life that is found in Jesus, who assures that He will raise them up during the resurrection. Several texts from the Gospel of John emphasize the close and intimate relationship between Jesus and the Father, characterized by unity, love, and mutual indwelling. Je...

  Here are the roles of the Father as explained by Jesus in chapters of John, with supporting verses and short summaries.  John 3  Source of Salvation (John 3:16)       "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."       The Father is the giver of eternal life through His love, manifested by sending His Son.  Judge and Justifier (John 3:17-18)       "For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him."       The Father’s role is not to condemn but to provide the means for justification and salvation.  John 6  Sustainer and Provider (John 6:32-33)       "For the bread of God is he who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world."       The Father is the one who gives true spiritual sus...

  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...