Gospel of John: Knowing the Good News of Jesus

Greater Than All

John 5:1-15

“But I have a greater witness than John’s; for the works which the Father has given Me to finish—the very works that I do—bear witness of Me, that the Father has sent Me.” (John 5:36)

What makes Jesus greater than all?

“… I have no man to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up; (John 5:7)

• A Greater Work. (5:17-24)
  • Equal Nature with God. (v. 17-18)
  • Equal Power with God. (v. 19-21)
  • Equal Authority with God. (v. 22-24)

“Jesus said to him, ‘Rise, take up your bed and walk.’” (John 5:8)

• A Greater Word. (5:24-29)
  • He Controls Life. (v. 25-26)
  • He Controls Judgement. (v. 27)
  • He Controls Resurrection. (v.28-29)

“The man departed and told the Jews that it was Jesus who had made him well.” (John 5:15)

• A Greater Witness (John 5:30-47)
  • He had the Witness of John the Baptist. (v. 33-35)
  • He was Witnessed through His works. (v. 36)
  • He has the Witness of the Father. (v. 37-38)
  • He has the Witness of the Scriptures. (v. 39-47)