The Purpose of John’s Gospel
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April 10, 1988

The Purpose of John’s Gospel

by Alistair Begg

John 20:30–31
 (ID: 1327)

The Gospel of John is not simply biographical and informational; it seeks to transform lives and secure converts by pointing to Jesus as the object of true faith and real life. John called for a moral commitment of the heart, mind, and will that is founded upon knowledge of Jesus as the Son of God. Alistair Begg helps us to understand the difference between generic belief and genuine faith, reminding us that real faith is a gift of God’s grace.

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John 20:30–31

The Purpose of This Book

30uNow Jesus did many other signs vin the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; 31wbut these are written so that you may xbelieve that Jesus is the Christ, ythe Son of God, and that by believing zyou may have life ain his name.

Copyright © 2025, Alistair Begg. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

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Alistair Begg
Alistair Begg is Senior Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, and the Bible teacher on Truth For Life, which is heard on the radio and online around the world.