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"The Word of Life"
1 John 1:1-4 Study Guide
Pastor: Justin Golden
Background and Theme
- Author: The Apostle John
- Key Moments in John's Life:
• John leaving his nets and father to follow Jesus as a disciple (Matthew 4:21-22)
• The Transfiguration of Jesus (Matthew 17:1-13)
• James and John requesting to call down fire (Luke 9:51-56)
• John standing with Mary at the crucifixion (John 19:25-27)
• Running with Peter to the empty tomb (John 20:1-10)
• Seen healing, preaching, and being arrested, then standing for Jesus (Acts 3-4)
- Date Written: 90-92 AD
- Audience: the global church close to the turn of the first century who was growing, persecuted, and learning to live for Jesus
- Theme of 1st John: Walking in the Light
• Gives us joy in the Lord
• Gives us power over sin
• Gives us discernment against deception
• Gives us assurance of eternal life
I. Introducing Jesus
1. Who Jesus Is
a. Physical
b. Eternal
• Key Word: "Word" - "Logos" (Greek)
2. What Jesus Offers
• Key Word: "Fellowship" - "Koinonia" (Greek)
3. Why It Matters

Verses Referenced: Matthew 4:21-22, Genesis 1:1, John 1:1-5

Questions for Reflection and Discussion:
1. John wants to establish that Jesus is real to the reader, and wants to be in real relationship with each person. When did Jesus become real to you, and how did that relationship with Him start?
2. John says that Jesus is eternal (from the beginning), and does so in his other writings. Where else in the Bible do we see the eternity of Jesus? *Discuss where you can find these other passages with those around you.*
3. John says that our knowing Jesus matters for our fellowship with one another. Does fellowship (real and intentional fellowship) matter to you and your walk with the Lord? Why or why not?
4. How have you experienced joy in your life as a result of following Jesus?

This week, re-read 1st John 1:1-4 and pray through the truths you find while reading. Find someone to discuss these chapters with, and share the word with someone you don't know as well.