New Testament · 21 chapters
John
Author
Traditionally attributed to the Apostle John
Written
c. AD 85-95 (traditional estimate)
Themes
Identity of Jesus · Belief · Eternal life
John is the most theologically reflective of the four Gospels, built around seven miracle 'signs' and long discourses, written with the explicit purpose of leading readers to believe Jesus is the Christ.
Outline
Prologue and early signsChapters 1-4
Public ministry and conflictChapters 5-12
Final teaching before the crucifixionChapters 13-17
Crucifixion and resurrectionChapters 18-21
Where to begin
Chapter 1 for the prologue, or chapter 3 for the conversation with Nicodemus, one of the most quoted passages in the book.