Light in the Darkness: Studies in the Gospel of John
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
In his clear and practical commentary, Homer A. Kent Jr. traces the Gospel of John through three main periods: the public ministry, the private instructions, and the passion victory. Referencing numerous other authors and sources, this text offers a thorough exposition of each section of John’s Gospel. Kent’s writing reflects loyalty to the authority and inerrancy of the Bible, as it offers insights for Christian living. With discussion questions at the end of each chapter, this accessible commentary perfect for studying with classes, small groups, or personal use.
Top Highlights
“One must either make the tremendous leap of faith and receive Jesus as the Divine Son of God, equal with the Father, and the One on whom men must depend for eternal life, or else he would regard Jesus as a blasphemer. It would be hard to find any middle ground.” (Page 117)
“Flesh is used here in the sense of physical life, human nature. Perhaps this particular term was chosen, rather than man, to refute more directly certain heresies that were current in John’s day and claimed that Christ’s ‘humanity’ was only an appearance.” (Pages 26–27)
“It is probably better, therefore, to understand John as declaring that all life of whatever sort came into being because the creative force resided in the Word.” (Page 20)
“Grace suggests God’s matchless mercy and favor toward men, and truth depicts His fidelity to His promises” (Page 28)
“The outer court (Court of the Gentiles, see Figs. 5, 6) resembled a marketplace more than a sanctuary.” (Page 48)