Sea of Galilee

「And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There are some here of them that stand by, who shall in no wise taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God come with power.」

Refers to false teachers who deny the incarnation of Jesus Christ, a sign of the antichrist; believers must discern and avoid them.

Why did the disciples and Pharisees react so differently to the healing of the man born blind?

This miracle provoked two responses—seeking truth or resisting it. When facing Jesus today, which kind of person are we more like?

「So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken unto them, was received up into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of God.」

The essence of God is love; love originates from God and is manifested through Christ's sacrifice.

What does "the Word became flesh" in John mean for soteriology?

When eternal Word enters time.

「This is my commandment, that ye love one another, even as I have loved you.」

Selfless love originating from God, demonstrated in hospitality and service to brothers, a hallmark of Christian fellowship.

Why did Jesus deliberately delay for two days before raising Lazarus?

In the darkest moment, Jesus said, 'This illness does not lead to death; it is for God's glory.' What purpose lies behind God's delay?

「And they besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.」

What does 'believe in him' specifically mean in John 3:16?

This is the most famous verse in the New Testament, but the content and depth of 'believe' are often debated.

「and many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary, to console them concerning their brother.」

John emphasizes mutual love as the fundamental Christian command, originating from God and expressed in obedience to His commandments.

In Mark 16:16, is baptism a necessary condition for salvation?

Is baptism a mark of obedience or a gateway to salvation?

「And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed them.」

Believers graciously adopted by God's love, bearing the identity of His children and hoping to be like Christ.

In Mark 16:16, is baptism a necessary condition for salvation?

Is baptism a mark of obedience or a gateway to salvation?

「The Jews therefore said, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou raise it up in three days?」

The commandment given by God through Christ, centered on mutual love, which believers must obey, an unchanging command from the beginning.

Why did the disciples and Pharisees react so differently to the healing of the man born blind?

This miracle provoked two responses—seeking truth or resisting it. When facing Jesus today, which kind of person are we more like?

「Nevertheless I tell you the truth: It is expedient for you that I go away; for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I go, I will send him unto you.」

What impact did Lazarus' resurrection have on the Jewish leaders of that time? (John 11:45-53)

A great miracle paradoxically triggered the plot to kill Jesus—what truth about the human heart does this reveal?

「And those are they that were sown upon the good ground; such as hear the word, and accept it, and bear fruit, thirtyfold, and sixtyfold, and a hundredfold.」

The power or person opposing Christ, denying Jesus as Christ come in the flesh, a sign of the end times, also any spirit opposing truth.

What does "the Word became flesh" in John mean for soteriology?

When eternal Word enters time.

「And many of them said, He hath a demon, and is mad; why hear ye him?」

The atoning sacrifice of Christ that satisfies God's wrath against sin and reconciles humanity to God.

Why did Jesus deliberately delay for two days before raising Lazarus?

In the darkest moment, Jesus said, 'This illness does not lead to death; it is for God's glory.' What purpose lies behind God's delay?

「After these things there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.」

A believer who cooperates and labors together with others in the ministry of spreading the truth.

What impact did Lazarus' resurrection have on the Jewish leaders of that time? (John 11:45-53)

A great miracle paradoxically triggered the plot to kill Jesus—what truth about the human heart does this reveal?

「making void the word of God by your tradition, which ye have delivered: and many such like things ye do.」

What does 'believe in him' specifically mean in John 3:16?

This is the most famous verse in the New Testament, but the content and depth of 'believe' are often debated.

「And on the first day of unleavened bread, when they sacrificed the passover, his disciples say unto him, Where wilt thou that we go and make ready that thou mayest eat the passover?」

What did Jesus' miracle of turning water into wine at Cana signify to the disciples? (John 2:1-11)

As Jesus' first public miracle, how did it reveal His glory and build the disciples' faith?

「Then Pilate therefore took Jesus, and scourged him.」

What did Jesus mean when He said the man's condition existed 'for the works of God to be displayed'? (John 9:3)

Exploring the theological relationship between suffering and miracles—how is God's glory revealed through healing?

「I have compassion on the multitude, because they continue with me now three days, and have nothing to eat:」

Why is Jesus turning water into wine called a 'sign' rather than just a miracle?

This was Jesus' first miracle, which John intentionally recorded. Through this sign, let's explore the glorious identity Christ revealed.

「The Pharisees therefore said among themselves, Behold how ye prevail nothing: lo, the world is gone after him.」

An act or state of lawlessness against God's law, requiring confession and forgiveness through the blood of Jesus.

Why is Jesus turning water into wine called a 'sign' rather than just a miracle?

This was Jesus' first miracle, which John intentionally recorded. Through this sign, let's explore the glorious identity Christ revealed.

「Many shall come in my name, saying, I am he; and shall lead many astray.」

The doctrine that Jesus Christ truly became human, the central test of the Spirit of God.

What did Jesus' miracle of turning water into wine at Cana signify to the disciples? (John 2:1-11)

As Jesus' first public miracle, how did it reveal His glory and build the disciples' faith?

「For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife;」

What did Jesus mean when He said the man's condition existed 'for the works of God to be displayed'? (John 9:3)

Exploring the theological relationship between suffering and miracles—how is God's glory revealed through healing?

「And she said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said, Neither do I condemn thee: go thy way; from henceforth sin no more.]]」

In John's epistles, truth is a central concept referring to God's revealed reality and the faithful living of believers.

「and said unto him, Go, wash in the pool of Siloam (which is by interpretation, Sent). He went away therefore, and washed, and came seeing.」

John's self-designation, denoting a spiritually mature leader in the church with teaching authority and pastoral care.

「The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.」

「And certain of them that stood there said unto them, What do ye, loosing the colt?」

Believers must discern the origin of spirits to confirm they are from God and guard against false prophets.

「and they began to salute him, Hail, King of the Jews!」

Conduct consistent with the truth of the faith, a source of joy for John and a mark of genuine discipleship.

「For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life.」

Symbolizes God's holiness, truth, and goodness; walking in the light brings fellowship with God and cleansing by Jesus' blood.