1 John - Who is the Apostle John

Center Point Assembly

Sunday, January 12, 2025 – We are starting a new study on the books of 1, 2, and 3 John. Before diving into 1 John, it’s fitting to take a day to explore the life and ministry of John, the Holy Spirit-inspired author of these books. It’s important to understand that the writers of the Bible were real people who faced life’s challenges just like we do. We will see how God prepared John through his life experiences, helping us better appreciate the letters he wrote. John was one of the twelve disciples Jesus chose to learn from Him and participate in His earthly ministry. Along with Peter and his brother James, John was included in Jesus's inner circle. In fact, Jesus nicknamed James and John the “Sons of Thunder.” Although we are not told why Jesus chose this nickname, scripture reveals that both men were quite spirited in their early years with Jesus, perhaps even a bit too impulsive. However, as time passed and John faced various life situations, he matured significantly. A key lesson we can learn from John's journey is that God allowed him to experience both the extraordinarily good and the profoundly challenging aspects of life to prepare him for the mission God had in store for him. Similarly, we can recognize that some of our own life experiences may also be preparatory for the mission God has for us. Join us in worship and study as we delve deeper into John’s life and prepare to learn from his inspired letters.