Njohn 3 vs 16 commentary on the books

Aug 09, 2012 top five 1, 2, 3 john commentaries introduction. Subscribe to the last week tonight channel for the latest videos from john oliver and the lwt. Working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. First john stresses doctrinal certainty, moral clarity, and the preeminence of biblical love. God so loved the world, that he gave hisonly begotten son. Perhaps because we think we know it, we take the passage somewhat for granted. The statement that god loves the world is surprising on two counts. This new and radical book exposes misguided teaching. For a fuller comment on this symbolism of the dove, see my commentary on matthew, matt. Verses 34 after john wrote his gospel, people made copies of it. It is an example of conservative evangelical scholarship at its best.

For god sent not his son into the world to condemn the world. There is nothing ambiguous, cloudy, or vague about this. John 3 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. We have enlisted hundreds of friends biblical scholars, theologians, homileticians and pastors dedicated to the craft of biblical preaching to provide you timely, compelling and trustworthy content. Most importantly, how do we live in the reality that john 3. Christs discourse with nicodemus, a pharisee, concerning the great mysteries of the gospel, in which he here privately instructs him. The 1, 2, and 3 john commentary considers the clear, simple, and unambiguous words of the beloved apostles three brief letters. The reference to the opening words of the old testament is obvious, and is the more striking when we remember that a jew would constantly speak of and quote from the book of genesis as ber.

Jesus and his disciples come to judea, and baptize, john 3. So much so, that it seems to me the study of it is taken lightly. His commentary on the epistles of john is a valuable contribution to the literature. By contrast, those who love the coming of the light, who look on and trust the upraised, crucified son, who believe in jesus and live by the truth, these people not only enjoy eternal life 3. They are going to be conformed to be like his body. Authorship is an issue most introductions the letters of john must treat, but usually the gospel of john and the letters are viewed as coming from the same person or persons, often a community living in. It has been quoted more times than any other verse, and it is well known to both pagan and christian alike. Of course john, the author of 1, 2 and 3 john, is also and many people dont realise this, believe it or not the author of johns gospel, and indeed the last book. Our god, jesus christ, gave up everything and redeemed the whole world.

Exegetical commentary on 3 john 115 3 john, like 2 john, is written in the standard epistolary format. John does not have in mind here people in the world who already have the goodness. It does not say they will be conformed to be like a better human being. This chapter concludes the discourse leading up to the great intercessory prayer. John chapter 1 kjv king james version homosexuality is a modern day name for an ancient sin called sodomy. Commentary on the book of 3 john relevant bible teaching. John 16 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. It is the authors effort to share his insights about gods word for the purpose of instructing and edifying others in. Indeed, the letter is quite personal, as it remains addressed to gaius throughout, and two other individuals are named, diotrephes vs. Smalley has written a number of books on the works of john. Johns gospel free bible commentary in easy english. The son of the highest was here in this lower world. The same came to jesus by night, and said unto him, rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from god. We must have looked at a dozen small group books before finding 3.

Smaley 1, 2, 3 john word biblical commentary, 1984. Youll get this book and many others when you join bible gateway plus. The love of god, the source of human salvation, john 3. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of. The disciples of john and the pharisees dispute about purifying, john 3.

Study john 1 using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. For god so loved the world the persic version reads men. In this study, we take a close look at this amazing passage. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. John 3 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. Gospel of john introduction new testament matthew henry. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your first box. Notice, however, this verse says, whoever believes in him. Keith mathison says, this commentary shows carsons usual exegetical care and insight. The goal is salvation, a concept that needs to be rescued from the small ideas man has assigned to it. This single volume is packed with essential truth for ministry in todays culture of ambiguity. It reads, for god so loved the world, or, as the nlt puts it, this is how god loved. He did not sacrifice himself for all mankind just because they were there, but. Protestant religion has degraded it by talking about it incessantly.

It is the authors effort to share his insights about gods word for the purpose of instructing and edifying others in the knowledge and wisdom found in scripture. Can he enter the second time into his mothers womb, and be born. Study john 3 using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. You can find the best commentary on john for you using the tools on the right side. Study 3 john 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. For god so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life. Although the wbc series is not the most readerfriendly series, it is worth the effort in this instance. It is not material to enquire when and where this gospel was written. It does not say they will be conformed to be like an angels. It follows that this commentary, like all commentaries, was written by an uninspired, fallible human. He writes to gaius, who may or may not be the same as the gaius referred to.

John 3 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. The disciples were aware of jesus conflict with jewish authorities and the danger that it presented. We know love by this, that he laid down his life for us. If anyone see his brother sin those who have such an interest at the throne of grace, and such boldness and freedom there, should make use of it for others, as well as themselves, and particularly for fallen believers. In the latter 3 cases the context makes clear that it means from above. John chapter 1 coffmans commentary of the new testament. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition. As recorded in the book of numbers, a book nicodemus would have been. Study the bible online using commentary on john 3 and more.

The apostle john describes himself as an elder, likely implying that he is older, wellrespected, and considered an authority figure in the church, especiallygiven that he is an apostle. Ive found that it is pretty easy to find a selfhelp book and fairly difficult to find a book that is grounded in scripture, about jesus and not selfhelp and is easy, fun and challenging to read. It has also been called the gospel in a nutshell, because it is considered a summary of the central theme of traditional christianity for god so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever. Tragically, the text is more often than not misunderstood. It is quite in harmony with the hebrew tone of this gospel to do so, and it can hardly be that st. For god so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible. Commentary on the gospel of john, book 5, chapter 3 youtube. The farewell discourse in chapter, jesus gathered the disciples together in the upper room for the passover meal. Have we contemplated the depth of truths packed within this verse. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. Verse 3 jesus answered and said unto him, verily, verily, i say unto thee, except one be born anew, he cannot see the kingdom of god.

For god did not send his son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved. Sep 11, 2007 we must have looked at a dozen small group books before finding 3. The spirit came upon the apostles in a rushing mighty wind acts ii. John 3, new international version niv the bible app. In order for john to be able to see the holy spirit, it was necessary for the spirit to assume a physical form. For god so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Read john 3 commentary using wesleys explanatory notes. It is addressed to a particular person named gaius. You might have seen the verse at a football game, but what does it mean. May 17, 2009 working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. It is slightly shorter than 2 john 219 greek words compared to 245 for 2 john, and is the shortest book of the greek new testament.

Perhaps no verse in the bible has been so much explained as this. Authorship is an issue most introductions the letters of john must treat, but usually the gospel of john and the letters are viewed as coming from the same person or persons, often a community living in ephesus near the end of the first century. It has been quoted more times than any other verse, and it. These things have i spoken unto you, that ye should not be caused to stumble. Commentary on john volume 2 multilingual catholic ebooks. It has also been called the gospel in a nutshell, because it is considered a summary of the central theme of traditional christianity. He earnestly desires their happiness and is sincerely devoted to helping them make a success of life. The gospel of john is closely related in style and content to the three johannine epistles, and most scholars treat the four books, along with the book of revelation, as a single corpus of johannine literature, albeit not from the same author. The new testament books are some of the most accurate ancient books that we have. Commentary on the book of 3 john 1the elder to the beloved gaius, whom i love in truth. The other disciple outran peter, and came to the tomb first. John baptists discourse with his disciples concerning christ, upon occasion of his coming into the neighbourhood where john was, in which he fairly and faithfully resigns all his honour and interest to him. None of gods beneficence in any way means he approves of the conduct of sinful men, but rather it is a revelation of his nature that, despite mens wickedness, he has benevolent feelings toward them.