JOHN

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Jesus is God.
Jesus existed before the creation of the world.
Jesus has supernatural knowledge.
Jesus is the Messiah and the Son of God.
Jesus is the "I am."
Jesus, the sent Son, reflects the sender.
Jesus is the fulfillment of Jewish festivals and institutions (including the temple).
Jesus is the giver of eternal life.
The signs of Jesus show that he is the Messiah.
The witnesses to Jesus testify that he is the Messiah.
Father, Son, and the Spirit are united in their work of revelation and redemption.
Jesus' death is the basis of salvation.
God is sovereign in salvation.
Salvation is obtained through believing in Jesus as the Messiah and the Son of God.
Believers can experience the benefits of salvation already in the here and now, during this present evil age.
Believers are called to continue Jesus' mission.

Study Notes taken from the Crossway Books ESV Study Bible.