Sunday, March 09, 2008

John 1-3

What words/phrase does John use to describe the birth of Jesus?

John uses the words and phrases to refer to Jesus as the Word, who became flesh, and dwelt among us. Also, as one who came from the Father.

What phrase does John the Baptist use to identify Jesus?

He describes him as , one who comes after me, yet was before me. He is full of grace giving blessing after blessing. Also, Jesus is the one who has made the Father known. John refers to Jesus as, "The lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world."
What is the first miracle that Jesus does in John's Gospel?

The first miracle Jesus does in John’s gospel is to change water into wine.

Who was confused about being born again or born from above? What is necessary to enter the Kingdom of God?

Nicodemus was confused about being born again. In order to enter the Kingdom of God, one needs to be born again. Not a physical birth (through water) but a spiritual birth (through the Holy Spirit)
Who and how much does God love?

God so loved the world (everyone, i.e., all he created) so much that God sent his one and only - only one like him- (begotten) son so that the world might believe in him and receive eternal life.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Good for people to know.