The Gospel and Writings of John
John's Gospel, letters, and Revelation present Jesus as the incarnate Son of God and call the churches to truth, love, endurance, and hope.
Full Account
The Fourth Gospel explicitly appeals to the testimony of the disciple who witnessed the events it records. Early church tradition strongly associates it with John the apostle, although scholars debate the precise process of composition.
The letters oppose teaching that denied the true incarnation and insist that truth and love belong together. Revelation identifies its author as John and addresses seven churches in Asia, unveiling Christ's sovereignty, judgment, victory, and promised return.
Historical Significance
The Johannine writings complete the New Testament's rich testimony to Christ and provide evidence of mature apostolic teaching within the first-century church.
People, Places and Sources
- Key people: John; Jesus Christ; the seven churches of Asia
- Key places: Ephesus by tradition; Patmos; Roman province of Asia
- Languages: Greek
- Scripture:
John 1:1-18
John 20:30-31
1 John 1:1-4
Revelation 1:1-11