Personal Conversations with Jesus. Bibl 323 (John).docx

Personal Conversations with Jesus Shawn Morris Liberty University Bibl 323 (John) Jonathan Williams June 3, 2024

Personal Conversations with Jesus This paper will focus on John chapters 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, and 15. John 3 First conversation (John 3:1–21) 1. Who is Jesus talking to? Jesus is talking to a member of the Jewish ruling council, and Pharisee called Nicodemus. 2. What is the subject of the conversation? The subject of the conversation is the concept of being "born again" to see the kingdom of God and the nature of salvation and belief in Jesus as the Son of God. 3. Does this conversation reveal something about the person (humanity or deity) of Jesus? If so, what specifically does it say? Yes, it reveals Jesus' deity as the Son of God who has come to bring eternal life and His role in God's plan of salvation. It emphasizes his divine authority and mission. 4. What was the result of the conversation? (belief, rejection/unbelief, uncertainty, clarity, or some other result) Nicodemus is left with a mix of curiosity and uncertainty. He does not immediately profess belief, but later actions in the Gospel suggest he continues to ponder Jesus' teachings. 5. What is one practical truth that you can learn from this conversation (and how can you apply it to your life)? The concept of spiritual rebirth and the importance of faith in Jesus for salvation are central teachings. This can be applied by examining one's faith and ensuring it is rooted in a true understanding of Jesus' teachings. John 4

Second conversation (John 4:7–26) 1. Who is Jesus talking to? Jesus is talking to a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well. 2. What is the subject of the conversation? The subject is about living water, true worship, and Jesus revealing Himself as the Messiah. 3. Does this conversation reveal something about the person (humanity or deity) of Jesus? If so, what specifically does it say? Yes, it reveals Jesus' deity as the source of living water (eternal life) and His knowledge of the woman's past, indicating His divine insight and messianic identity. 4. What was the result of the conversation? (belief, rejection/unbelief, uncertainty, clarity, or some other result) The woman believes Jesus is the Messiah and goes to tell others in her town, leading many to come to Jesus and believe in Him. 5. What is one practical truth that you can learn from this conversation (and how can you apply it to your life)? It teaches the inclusivity of Jesus' message and the importance of worshipping God in spirit and truth. This can be applied by striving for sincerity and authenticity in one's own worship and spiritual practices. John 5 Third conversation (John 5:1–15) 1. Who is Jesus talking to? Jesus is talking to a disabled man at the pool in Bethesda. 2. What is the subject of the conversation?

The subject is healing a man who had been disabled for thirty-eight years. 3. Does this conversation reveal something about the person (humanity or deity) of Jesus? If so, what specifically does it say? Yes, it reveals Jesus' divine authority to heal and command, emphasizing His power over physical ailments and His compassion. 4. What was the result of the conversation? (belief, rejection/unbelief, uncertainty, clarity, or some other result) The man is healed, and he later tells the Jewish leaders that it was Jesus who healed him. 5. What is one practical truth that you can learn from this conversation (and how can you apply it to your life)? It highlights the importance of faith in Jesus' power to heal and the transformative impact of His intervention in our lives. One can apply this by trusting in Jesus' ability to bring change and healing in difficult circumstances. John 6 Fourth conversation (John 6:25–59) 1. Who is Jesus talking to? Jesus is talking to the crowd that followed him after the feeding of the five thousand. 2. What is the subject of the conversation? The subject is Jesus as the Bread of Life, providing spiritual sustenance and eternal life. 3. Does this conversation reveal something about the person (humanity or deity) of Jesus? If so, what specifically does it say? Yes, it reveals Jesus' deity as the one who comes down from heaven to give life to the world, emphasizing His divine provision and identity as the source of eternal life.

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