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1666742074 epub Diving into the Gospel of John displays the rich and diverse arguments John presents for his thesis that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that through believing, readers/listeners will find eternal life. Johns arguments are developed in four parts. The first two chapters develop the authors literary techniques that are often based on ambiguity and his key symbols and concepts, the understanding of which are essential to fully appreciate the Gospel. Chapters 3 through 6 progressively portray the authors evidence for his thesis in the form of signs, testimony of those who encounter Jesus, Jesuss self-identification, and Jesuss relationships to others. Chapters 7 and 8 show how the author uses theatrically patterned dialogues and triadic discourses to convey Jesuss identity and mission. Finally, chapters 9 through 11 provide important hints that the author gives for his thesis: Jesuss appeals to time, the indirect use of seven as the number of completeness, and invocation of parentage in pointing to salvation. Through diving into the Gospel, readers will discover the richness of Johns argument, the Jesus he portrays, and the God Jesus reveals. The book aims to stimulate commitment, challenge mind and spirit, and encourage further reflection and conversation. Read more