The People’s Bible: John

by Gary P. Baumler

Publisher:

Northwestern Publishing House

, 1997

Overview

The apostle John refers to himself as the disciple “whom Jesus loved.” John was one of the inner circle of disciples, together with Peter and James. As he records the ministry of Jesus, the apostle adds many insights not recorded by the other gospels. John is a simple and clear statement of God’s grace in Christ, written so that readers might believe and have life in Jesus, God’s Son.

Many people have found The People’s Bible to be the most reliable Bible commentary series published. It’s the laypeople’s Bible—down to earth, clearly written, easy to read and understand, filled with practical and contemporary applications. The Christ-centered commentary follows the Scripture sections containing explanations of the text, historical background, maps, illustrations, and archaeological information.

The People’s Bible commentaries are great for personal or group study.

Key Features

• Historical background
• Maps, illustrations, and archaeological information
• Practical and contemporary applications

Contents

Top Highlights

“‘If any one of you is without sin, let him be the first to throw a stone at her.’” (Page 122)

“‘If she is guilty and deserving of death, get ready to do your job.’” (Page 122)

“‘Who are we without Christ? What do we have without Christ?’ Take away Christ, and we have no saving knowledge of God; we have no real life; we have no light. Note how closely these thoughts relate to one another and how absolute they are. Separation from God, death and destruction, and total darkness exist apart from the Word, Jesus Christ.” (Page 10)

“Not only did Jesus have to leave them to send the Spirit on Pentecost, but without Jesus’ death and resurrection, the Spirit would have no means to work saving faith. The work of the triune God for the world’s salvation would come to an end if Jesus did not continue as planned.” (Page 214)

“This kind of love is more than a feeling; it’s a resolve. It doesn’t dream passively; it acts purposefully. It doesn’t base its actions on how likable or worthy the object of love is; it acts in the interest of its object.” (Page 54)

Product Details

• Title: The People’s Bible: John
• Author: Gary P. Baumler
• Publisher: Northwestern Publishing House
• Publication Date: 1997
• Pages: 281

About Gary P. Baumler

The mission of Northwestern Publishing House is to deliver biblically sound Christ-centered resources within the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and beyond. The vision of Northwestern Publishing House is to be the premier resource for quality Lutheran materials faithful to the Scriptures and Lutheran confessions. NPH publishes materials for worship, vacation Bible school, Sunday school, and several other ministries. The NPH headquarters are located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.