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Was John's Gospel intended for believers or non-believers or both?
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Christian tradition says that the fourth gospel was written by the apostle John, who would have been writing largely for non-believers, but also for believers. Many Christians are surprised to learn that John was not really the author of the Gospel that now bears his name, but that it was written anonymously and only attributed to John later in the second century, after having been attributed to at least one other possible author.
A study of the text shows that John's Gospel was actually written within an existing Christian community, now known as the Johannine community because of the subsequent tradition associating it with John, for the members of that community. The community would certainly have welcomed converts, but this gospel seems to have been written for believers.
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Actually all 12 were there.
What was the main purpose of writing johns gospel?
The main purpose of writing John's Gospel was to present Jesus as the divine Son of God and to strengthen the faith of believers in his identity and teachings. John also aimed to show how Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies and to invite readers to believe in him for eternal life.
What has the author Johns Varghese written?
Johns Varghese has written: 'The imagery of love in the Gospel of John' -- subject(s): Bible, Commentaries, Love, Biblical teaching
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What was Johns life like before he wrote the gospel?
John--the beloved disciple--had a tough life after Jesus. He was captured by the Romans and sent to the Island of Patmos.
Did John write anything else other that the Gospel of John and the Book of Revelation?
These were two different Johns, attributed to two different books.
What was johns in the bible?
John was the most beloved disciple. Like the rest of the disciples, he was commissioned to preach the gospel and to heal the sick. John also received the revelation of the end days.
What is the birth name of Val Johns?
Val Johns's birth name is Valjean Johns.
What is the birth name of Daniel Johns?
Daniel Johns's birth name is Daniel Paul Johns.
What is the birth name of Margo Johns?
Margo Johns's birth name is Jessie Margaret Johns.
What is the birth name of Cort Johns?
Cort Johns's birth name is Cort Maclean Johns II.
What is the birth name of Hugh Johns?
Hugh Johns's birth name is Hugh Richard Lewis Johns.
