New Testament · 21 chapters
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John presents Jesus through signs, conversations, and extended teaching about his identity and relationship with the Father. The Gospel invites readers to believe in Jesus and find life through his death and resurrection.
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Chapter 1.
Jesus is introduced as the eternal Word who becomes flesh. John the Baptist bears witness, and the first disciples begin following Jesus.
Read chapter 25 versesChapter 2.
Jesus turns water into wine at Cana and later confronts commercial activity in the temple. His words point beyond the building toward his own death and resurrection.
Read chapter 36 versesChapter 3.
Jesus speaks with Nicodemus about new birth and God’s saving love. John the Baptist then explains his joy in seeing Jesus receive greater attention.
Read chapter 54 versesChapter 4.
A conversation with a Samaritan woman opens into teaching about living water and true worship. Her community responds, and Jesus later heals an official’s son.
Read chapter 47 versesChapter 5.
Jesus heals a man at Bethesda, provoking conflict over the Sabbath. He explains his relationship with the Father and the witnesses that support his claims.
Read chapter 71 versesChapter 6.
Jesus feeds a crowd and walks on the sea, then teaches about himself as the bread of life. The difficult teaching separates many followers from the twelve.
Read chapterChapter 7.
Jesus teaches during the Feast of Tabernacles while public opinion divides over him. His invitation concerning living water stands amid growing attempts to arrest him.
Read chapter 59 versesChapter 8.
Jesus confronts accusation and teaches about light, truth, freedom, and his relationship with the Father. Conflict intensifies over his identity and his claim concerning Abraham.
Read chapter 41 versesChapter 9.
The healing of a man born blind becomes a dispute about Jesus and the Sabbath. The man’s growing recognition contrasts with the leaders’ refusal to see.
Read chapter 42 versesChapter 10.
Jesus describes himself as the good shepherd who knows and protects his sheep. Debate over his words and works reveals deep division about his identity.
Read chapter 57 versesChapter 11.
Jesus raises Lazarus after sharing the grief of his sisters. The sign draws belief but also leads the authorities toward a determined plan to kill him.
Read chapter 50 versesChapter 12.
Mary anoints Jesus, and he enters Jerusalem to public acclaim. He explains his approaching death through the image of a seed and calls people to walk in the light.
Read chapter 38 versesChapter 13.
Jesus washes the disciples’ feet and gives an example of humble service. He announces betrayal, commands mutual love, and warns Peter about his coming denial.
Read chapter 31 versesChapter 14.
Jesus comforts the disciples with promises about the Father’s house and the coming Spirit. Love is connected with obedience, and his peace is given amid approaching separation.
Read chapter 27 versesChapter 15.
Jesus portrays the disciples as branches whose fruitfulness depends on abiding in him. He commands love and prepares them for opposition from the world.
Read chapter 33 versesChapter 16.
Jesus explains the Spirit’s coming work and prepares the disciples for sorrow that will turn to joy. He offers peace despite the trouble they will face.
Read chapter 26 versesChapter 17.
Jesus prays for his glorification, the protection of his disciples, and the unity of future believers. Their shared life is connected with witness to the world.
Read chapter 40 versesChapter 18.
Jesus is arrested and questioned, while Peter denies knowing him. Before Pilate, Jesus speaks about his kingship and bearing witness to the truth.
Read chapter 42 versesChapter 19.
Jesus is mocked, condemned, and crucified. His final words, the soldiers’ actions, and his burial are narrated with attention to the fulfillment of Scripture.
Read chapter 31 versesChapter 20.
The risen Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene and the disciples, including Thomas. The chapter explains that the recorded signs invite belief and life in his name.
Read chapter 25 versesChapter 21.
Jesus meets the disciples beside the sea and provides a miraculous catch and breakfast. He restores Peter’s calling to care for his sheep and addresses questions about discipleship.
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