The Gospel of John
What we know about John:
Jesus gives John and his brother James the nickname, “Sons of Thunder” (Mark 3:17) The Bible doesn’t tell us where this nickname comes from, but it could refer to their speech, tempers, or ambition
John was one of the three disciples that Jesus keeps closest (in addition to Peter and James)
John was a fisherman by trade before being called by Jesus to follow Him.
Before Jesus died on the cross, He asked John to take care of His mother, Mary (John 19:26-27)
John wrote more of the New Testament than any other member of Jesus’ twelve disciples. He wrote John, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, and Revelation
3 Different Reading Plans Through The Gospel of John
As you try these reading plans and journey through the Gospel of John considering these three questions…
What did Jesus say or do in today’s reading?
How did the people (if any) respond to Jesus?
What do I want to remember in today’s reading?
Looking for other bible study tips as you begin reading through John? Check out our How to Read The Bible Grow Resource
#1 - 30 Days through john
Each day of reading takes about 10-25 minutes with 2 catch up days if you need it!
Find a quiet place, grab a journal, a pen, and a highlighter!
Day 1: John 1:1-28
Day 2: John 1:29-51
Day 3: John 2:1-25
Day 4: John 3:1-36
Day 5: John 4:1-42
Day 6: John 4:43-54; John 5:1-15
Day 7: John 5:16-47
Day 8: John 6:1-24
Day 9: John 6:25-59
Day 10: John 6:60-71; John 7:1-24
Day 11: John 7:25-52; John 8:12-30
Day 12: John 8:31-59
Day 13: John 9:1-41
Day 14: John 10:1-21
Day 15: John 10:22-42; John 11:1-16
Day 16: John 11:17-44
Day 17: John 11:45-57; John 12:1-19
Day 18: John 12:20-50
Day 19: John 13:1-38
Day 20: John 14:1-31
Day 21: John 15:1-27; John 16:1-15
Day 22: John 16:16-33; John 17:1-26
Day 23: John 18:1-27
Day 24: John 18:28-40; John 19:1-16
Day 25: John 19:17-42
Day 26: John 20:1-31
Day 27: John 21:1-14
Day 28: John 21:15-25
Day 29: Reflect on notes or catch up!
Day 30: Reflect on notes or catch up!
#2 - 1 Week through john
This reading plan is more intense, but how cool would it be for you to walk through an entire book of the Bible ALL about Jesus in just seven days?
John is broken up into 4 distinct parts.. You will take one day to read the introduction (part one), two days on the book of signs (part two), three days on the book of glory (part three) and the last day on the epilogue (part four)
Prologue
Day 1: John 1 (5-10 Minutes)
Book of Signs
Day 2: John 2- John 7 (30-45 Minutes)
Day 3: John 8 - John 12 (30-45 Minutes)
Book of Glory
Day 4: John 13-15 (10-20 Minutes)
Day 5: John 16-17 (5-10 Minutes)
Day 6: John 18-20 (15-20 Minutes)
Epilogue
Day 7 John 21 (5 Minutes + 5 Minute celebration that you finished John!)
#3 - John bootcamp
While there is value in reading a couple of verses carefully, it is also important to see an entire book for what it is trying to communicate! In this reading plan, you will read through the gospel of John in 2 days and then go back through your notes, highlights, and thoughts on day three! It’s OK to read quickly and highlight what stands out to you! Day three is for going back and thoughtfully consider what you highlighted!
Day 1: John 1-10 (60 minutes)
Day 2: John 11-21 (60 minutes)
Day 3: Notes Review + Journal Time (60 Minutes)
Great Resources for understanding the Gospel of John
Here are a few extra resources you can check out to learn even more about the Gospel of John:
If you have found yourself compelled to make a decision to follow Jesus after reading the Gospel of John, let someone on the Lifeline team know and we would love to walk through what it means to follow Jesus! Don’t want to chat? Check out the “How to put your faith and trust in Jesus” grow page!
Did you finish one of the John reading plans? Let us know at lifeline@adabible.org or tell a Lifeline staff member so we can celebrate with you and hear what you learned (if you want to share!)