If you've never read or studied the Bible, people often recommend starting with the Gospel of John. The reason is simple. John was written primarily to new believers and seekers. Yet, after almost 30 years of following Christ, I'm still deeply affected by the opening verses of the Book of John. John beautifully describes Jesus as the Word. A key verse in the first chapter reads: "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth." (John 1:14, NIV)
This term, "the Word," has puzzled me in the past. However, as it intrigued me to deeper study, it finally captivated me with the essence of its meaning. Jesus is God revealed to man, the illustration of God—the very expression of God—so that we might see him and believe in him. Through the Gospel of John we witness the everlasting power and nature of the Creator God, offering eternal life to us through his Son, Jesus Christ.
If you're digging deeper into God's Word, I invite you to check out this introduction to the New Testament Book of John. You'll learn vital statistics to help you better understand God's purpose in the book and gain a more complete and unified perspective on the entire Bible.
• Read: Introduction to the Gospel of John
More Gospel Introductions
• Introduction to Matthew
• Introduction to Mark
• Introduction to Luke