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Teaching the Truth in the Love of Jesus Christ
International Bible Study Commentary & Lessons by L.G. Parkhurst, Jr.
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The Gospel of John — Chapter 1
Lessons 1–5
Commentaries, handouts, audio editions, applications, puzzles, and teaching resources
Introduction: The Greatest Communicator
Lesson 1: John 1:1–14
Lesson 2: John 1:15–23
Lesson 3: John 1:24–34
Lesson 4: John 1:35–42
Lesson 5: John 1:43–51
Lesson 1: John 1:1–14
King James Version
John 1:1–14 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
New American Standard Bible
John 1:1–14 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
New International Version
John 1:1–14 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:1–14 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:1–14 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:1–14
Featured Resources
THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
The Light of the World is Jesus in John 1:1–5
The Light of Jesus’ Face in Psalm 4
Responsive Reading and Prayer from Psalm 4
The True Life and The True Light
TO BELIEVERS, JESUS IS MORE THAN OUR SAVIOR
To Believers, Jesus is More Than Our Savior
To Believers, Jesus is More Than Our Savior (Large Print)
THE DIFFERENCE IN JESUS
The Difference in Jesus and the Difference Jesus Makes
The Difference in Jesus and the Difference Jesus Makes (Large Print)
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
The Power of the Word
The Power of the Word (Large Print)
The Power of the Word (Bulletin Size)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:1–14
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:1–14 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:1–14
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:1–14
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:1–14 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:1–14
True and False Test for John 1:1–14
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:1–14
Praying Through John 1:1–14
Praying Through John 1:1–14
Praying Through John 1:1–14 (Large Print)
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Lesson 2: John 1:15–23
King James Version
John 1:15–23 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
New American Standard Bible
John 1:15–23 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
New International Version
John 1:15–23 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:15–23 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:15–23 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:15–23
Featured Resources
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
Who Are John and Jesus
Who Are John and Jesus (Large Print)
Who Are John and Jesus (Bulletin Size)
God’s Love and Great Mercy Toward Us
The Great Mercies of God Toward Us
The Great Mercies of God Toward Us (Large Print)
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE STUDY DEVOTIONAL
God Gives Power to the Humble
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:15–23
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:15–23 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:15–23
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:15–23
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:15–23 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:15–23
True and False Test for John 1:15–23
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:15–23
Praying Through John 1:15–23
Praying Through John 1:15–23
Praying Through John 1:15–23 (Large Print)
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Lesson 3: John 1:24–34
King James Version
John 1:24–34 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
New American Standard Bible
John 1:24–34 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
New International Version
John 1:24–34 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:24–34 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:24–34 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:24–34
Featured Resources
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
Jesus the Lamb of God
Jesus the Lamb of God (Large Print)
Jesus the Lamb of God (Bulletin Size)
And
How God Takes Away Sin
How God Takes Away Sin (Large Print)
How God Takes Away Sin (Bulletin Size)
Twelve Reasons for Everyone to Follow Jesus
Twelve Reasons to Follow Jesus
Twelve Reasons to Follow Jesus (Large Print)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:24–34
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:24–34 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:24–34
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:24–34
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:24–34 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:24–34
True and False Test for John 1:24–34
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:24–34
Praying Through John 1:24–34
Praying Through John 1:24–34
Praying Through John 1:24–34 (Large Print)
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Lesson 4: John 1:35–42
King James Version
John 1:35–42 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
New American Standard Bible
John 1:35–42 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
New International Version
John 1:35–42 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:35–42 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:35–42 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:35–42
Featured Resources
Jesus Invites You to Come and See
“Come and see.”
(John 1:39).
Jesus Invites You to Come and See
Jesus Invites You to Come and See (Large Print)
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
“You are Simon son of John… Cephas (Peter).”
(John 1:42).
Jesus Will Complete His Plan for Us
Jesus Will Complete His Plan for Us (Large Print)
Jesus Will Complete His Plan for Us (Bulletin Size)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:35–42
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:35–42 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:35–42
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:35–42
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:35–42 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:35–42
True and False Test for John 1:35–42
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:35–42
Praying Through John 1:35–42
Praying Through John 1:35–42
Praying Through John 1:35–42 (Large Print)
Back to Top
Lesson 5: John 1:43–51
King James Version
John 1:43–51 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
New American Standard Bible
John 1:43–51 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
New International Version
John 1:43–51 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:43–51 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:43–51 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:43–51
Featured Resources
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
How Believers Come to Believe in Jesus
How Believers Come to Believe in Jesus (Large Print)
How Believers Come to Believe in Jesus (Bulletin Size)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:43–51
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:43–51 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:43–51
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:43–51
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:43–51 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:43–51
True and False Test for John 1:43–51
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:43–51
Praying Through John 1:43–51
Praying Through John 1:43–51
Praying Through John 1:43–51 (Large Print)
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The Bibles used in the International Bible Study Commentary
The King James Version of the Bible
, noted as KJV.
New American Standard Bible
, copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Noted as NASB.
New Revised Standard Version
, copyright © 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Church of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Noted as NRSV.
The
International Bible Study Commentary
website including all content is copyright © 2010 to the present by L.G. Parkhurst, Jr. Content is available for not-for-profit use. All rights reserved.
Contact L.G. Parkhurst, Jr.
The Gospel of John — Chapter 1
Lessons 1–5
Commentaries, handouts, audio editions, applications, puzzles, and teaching resources
Introduction: The Greatest Communicator
Lesson 1: John 1:1–14 Lesson 2: John 1:15–23 Lesson 3: John 1:24–34 Lesson 4: John 1:35–42 Lesson 5: John 1:43–51
Lesson 1: John 1:1–14
King James Version
John 1:1–14 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
New American Standard Bible
John 1:1–14 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
New International Version
John 1:1–14 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:1–14 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:1–14 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:1–14
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:1–14 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:1–14
Featured Resources
THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
The Light of the World is Jesus in John 1:1–5
The Light of Jesus’ Face in Psalm 4
Responsive Reading and Prayer from Psalm 4
The True Life and The True Light
TO BELIEVERS, JESUS IS MORE THAN OUR SAVIOR
To Believers, Jesus is More Than Our Savior
To Believers, Jesus is More Than Our Savior (Large Print)
THE DIFFERENCE IN JESUS
The Difference in Jesus and the Difference Jesus Makes
The Difference in Jesus and the Difference Jesus Makes (Large Print)
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
The Power of the Word
The Power of the Word (Large Print)
The Power of the Word (Bulletin Size)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:1–14
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:1–14 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:1–14
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:1–14
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:1–14 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:1–14
True and False Test for John 1:1–14
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:1–14
Praying Through John 1:1–14
Praying Through John 1:1–14
Praying Through John 1:1–14 (Large Print)
Back to Top
Lesson 2: John 1:15–23
King James Version
John 1:15–23 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
New American Standard Bible
John 1:15–23 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
New International Version
John 1:15–23 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:15–23 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:15–23 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:15–23
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:15–23 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:15–23
Featured Resources
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
Who Are John and Jesus
Who Are John and Jesus (Large Print)
Who Are John and Jesus (Bulletin Size)
God’s Love and Great Mercy Toward Us
The Great Mercies of God Toward Us
The Great Mercies of God Toward Us (Large Print)
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE STUDY DEVOTIONAL
God Gives Power to the Humble
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:15–23
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:15–23 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:15–23
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:15–23
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:15–23 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:15–23
True and False Test for John 1:15–23
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:15–23
Praying Through John 1:15–23
Praying Through John 1:15–23
Praying Through John 1:15–23 (Large Print)
Back to Top
Lesson 3: John 1:24–34
King James Version
John 1:24–34 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
New American Standard Bible
John 1:24–34 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
New International Version
John 1:24–34 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:24–34 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:24–34 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:24–34
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:24–34 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:24–34
Featured Resources
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
Jesus the Lamb of God
Jesus the Lamb of God (Large Print)
Jesus the Lamb of God (Bulletin Size)
And
How God Takes Away Sin
How God Takes Away Sin (Large Print)
How God Takes Away Sin (Bulletin Size)
Twelve Reasons for Everyone to Follow Jesus
Twelve Reasons to Follow Jesus
Twelve Reasons to Follow Jesus (Large Print)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:24–34
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:24–34 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:24–34
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:24–34
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:24–34 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:24–34
True and False Test for John 1:24–34
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:24–34
Praying Through John 1:24–34
Praying Through John 1:24–34
Praying Through John 1:24–34 (Large Print)
Back to Top
Lesson 4: John 1:35–42
King James Version
John 1:35–42 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
New American Standard Bible
John 1:35–42 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
New International Version
John 1:35–42 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:35–42 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:35–42 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:35–42
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:35–42 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:35–42
Featured Resources
Jesus Invites You to Come and See
“Come and see.” (John 1:39).
Jesus Invites You to Come and See
Jesus Invites You to Come and See (Large Print)
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
“You are Simon son of John… Cephas (Peter).” (John 1:42).
Jesus Will Complete His Plan for Us
Jesus Will Complete His Plan for Us (Large Print)
Jesus Will Complete His Plan for Us (Bulletin Size)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:35–42
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:35–42 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:35–42
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:35–42
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:35–42 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:35–42
True and False Test for John 1:35–42
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:35–42
Praying Through John 1:35–42
Praying Through John 1:35–42
Praying Through John 1:35–42 (Large Print)
Back to Top
Lesson 5: John 1:43–51
King James Version
John 1:43–51 KJV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 KJV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
KJV Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
New American Standard Bible
John 1:43–51 NASB Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 NASB Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NASB Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
New International Version
John 1:43–51 NIV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 NIV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NIV Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
New Revised Standard Version
John 1:43–51 NRSV Easy-Print Commentary
John 1:43–51 NRSV Easy-Print Large Print Commentary
NRSV Student Study Handout for John 1:43–51
Audio Edition
Audio Edition John 1:43–51 Commentary and Lesson
Class Preparation Guide
Class Preparation Guide for John 1:43–51
Featured Resources
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE LESSON
How Believers Come to Believe in Jesus
How Believers Come to Believe in Jesus (Large Print)
How Believers Come to Believe in Jesus (Bulletin Size)
Teacher Study Hints for Thinking Further
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:43–51
Study Hints for Thinking Further on John 1:43–51 (Large Print)
Application for John 1:43–51
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:43–51
Application — Five Takeaways for John 1:43–51 (Large Print)
Easy-Print Bible Activities for Student Lesson Review
Crossword Puzzle for John 1:43–51
True and False Test for John 1:43–51
Word Search Puzzle for John 1:43–51
Praying Through John 1:43–51
Praying Through John 1:43–51
Praying Through John 1:43–51 (Large Print)
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The Bibles used in the International Bible Study Commentary
The King James Version of the Bible, noted as KJV.
New American Standard Bible, copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Noted as NASB.
New Revised Standard Version, copyright © 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Church of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Noted as NRSV.
The International Bible Study Commentary website including all content is copyright © 2010 to the present by L.G. Parkhurst, Jr. Content is available for not-for-profit use. All rights reserved.
Contact L.G. Parkhurst, Jr.