11 Things About Jesus (Part 4) John 20:31

“But these are written…” John 20:31 The Events Recorded In All of the Gospels

Therefore many other signs Jesus also performed in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name. John 20:30-31

The Events Baptism of Jesus: Mt. 3:1-17; Mk. 1:1-11; Lk. 3:1-22; Jn. 1:15-34. Feeding of 5,000: Mt. 14:13-21; Mk. 6:30-44; Lk. 9:10- 17; Jn. 6:1-15. Triumphal Entry: Mt. 21:1-11; Mk. 11:1-10; Lk. 19:29- 44; Jn. 12:12-19. Last Supper: Mt. 26:17-35; Mk. 14:12-31; Lk. 22:7-39; Jn. 13:1-38. Gethsemane: Mt. 26:36-46; Mk. 14:32-42; Lk. 22:40- 46; Jn. 18:1.

The Events The Betrayal: Mt. 26:47-56; Mk. 14:43-53; Lk. 22:47-53; Jn. 18:2-11. Peter’s Denial: Mt. 26:69-75; Mk. 14:66-72; Lk. 22:54- 62; Jn. 18:15-18,25-27 The Trial: Mt. 26:57-68; 27:11-14; Mk. 14:53-65;15:2-5; Lk. 22:63-71; 23:1-5; Jn. 18:19-24,28-38*This event was not compiled. The Crucifixion: Mt. 27:32-56; Mk. 15:21-41; Lk. 23:26- 49; Jn. 19:17-37. The Burial: Mt. 27:57-66; Mk. 15:42-47; Lk. 23:50-56; Jn. 19:38-42. The Resurrection: Mt. 28:1-7; Mk. 16:1-8; Lk. 24:1-12; Jn. 20:1-10.

The gospel preached to Cornelius and his house. Acts 10:36-43

For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. Romans 1:16

The Baptism of Jesus Matthew 3:1-17 Mark 1:1-11 Luke 3:1-23 John 1:15-34 They all… Testify to the ministry of John the Baptizer. Mention the prophecy concerning John. Isaiah 40:1-6 Malachi 3:1; 4:5-6 Speak about the baptism of Jesus.

The Baptism of Jesus Matthew 3:1-17 Emphasizes… Repentance v.1 (Lk 3:3) The person of John and his situation v.5,6 (Mk 1:6) He mentions specifically the Pharisees and Sadducees v.7 Baptism of the Holy Spirit and fire v.11 (Lk 3:16) To fulfill all righteousness v.15

The Baptism of Jesus Mark 1:1-11 Emphasizes… As it is written… v.2 He preached v.7-8 In those days v.9 Immediately v.10

The Baptism of Jesus Luke 3:1-23 Emphasizes… Time stamp v.1-2 Forgiveness of sins v.3 (Mk 1:4) The message of John v.7-14 (Mt 3:7-10) Image of the Messiah v.15-18 Jesus teaching and his age v.23

The Baptism of Jesus John 1:15-34 Emphasizes… The person of the Messiah v.15-18 The conflict of who John was v.19-26 The Lamb of God v.29 God’s signal to John v.33

Lessons from John What it means to be the lone voice. Devotion to the message. Humility Luke 7:24-28

The Feeding of 5,000 Matthew 14:13-21 Mark 6:30-44 Luke 9:10-17 John 6:1-15 They all mention… The persistence of the multitude. The disciples' concern of the physical needs. “Give them what you have.” The disciples’ lack of faith. The Prayer The 12 baskets. That the people ate until they were full.

The Feeding of 5,000 Matthew 14:13-21 Emphasizes… Jesus’ response to the events. Jesus healing the sick v.14 Women and children v.21

The Feeding of 5,000 Mark 6:30-44 Emphasizes… The work of the apostles work and rest v.30-32 Compassion on the people v.34 (Mt 14:14) Doubt v.37 (Jon 6:7) Green grass v.39

The Feeding of 5,000 Luke 9:10-17 Emphasizes… Jesus welcomed them v.11 The kingdom v.11 Sit in groups v.14 (Mark 6:40) Looking up v.16 (Mt 14:19; Mk 6:41)

The Feeding of 5,000 John 6:1-15 Emphasizes… Why the people followed v.2 Passover was near v.4 Jesus asked about where to buy bread v.5 John names the apostles v.7,8 The source of the bread and fish v.9 “As much as they wanted” v.11 Why they gathered up the left overs v.12 The response of the people v.14

Lessons from the 5,000 God can shatter your expectations (1 Cor. 1:27) The disciples did the work because this was a lesson they had to learn. Nothing is too big for God. Makes me to lie down in green pasture…

Triumphal Entry Matthew 21:1-11 Mark 11:1-10 Luke 19:29-44 John 12:12-19 They all mention… Riding on a young donkey. The branches in the road. The reaction of the multitudes.

Triumphal Entry Matthew 21:1-11 Emphasizes… The prophecies v.4,5 (Zech. 9:9) Son of David. v.9 The question, “Who is this?” v.10,11

Triumphal Entry Mark 11:1-10 Emphasizes… The details of how they got the young donkey v. 1-7 The people crying out Psalm 118:26. v.9 The people speaking of the kingdom of David. v.10

Triumphal Entry Luke 19:29-44 Emphasizes… They people were praising God for all the miracles they had seen. v.37 The rebuke of the Pharisees. v.39-40 (Isa 55:12; Ps 148:1-15) Jesus weeping for the city. v.41-44

Triumphal Entry John 12:12-19 Emphasizes… The disciples did not understand these events until after Jesus was “glorified”. v.16 These people had been there when Lazarus was raised from the dead. v.17-18 (*The day before they had gathered to see Jesus and Lazarus 12:9-11) The frustration of the Pharisees. v.19

Lessons from the triumphal entry. Obedience to God’s instruction. “The Lord has need” is that your attitude toward your possessions? Jesus is worthy of praise. He is the messiah the son of David.

Last Supper Matthew 26:17-35 Mark 14:12-31 Luke 22:7-39 John 13:1-38 They all mention… The Passover. The one who would betray Jesus. Peter’s statement of allegiance. (*John is the only one to not mention the Lord’s Supper.)

Last Supper Matthew 26:17-35 Emphasizes… Matthew and Mark are almost mirror accounts on this event. Matthew is more concise about these events. “In My Father’s Kingdom” v.29 He does mention the sheep being scattered. v.31 (Mk. 14:27; Zech. 13:7)

Last Supper Mark 14:12-31 Emphasizes… The man carrying the pitcher of water v.13 (Lk. 22:10) Furnished upper room. v.15 (Lk. 22:12) “Kingdom of God” v.25 (Lk. 22:16) “Peter kept saying insistently” v.31

Last Supper Luke 22:7-39 Emphasizes… Jesus tells the disciples to prepare. v.8 Jesus desired to eat this with them. v.15 “New covenant in My blood.” v.20 Discussion about who is the greatest. v.24-30 “Simon, Simon…” v.31,32 “Numbered with the transgressors” v.37 (Isa. 53:12) “When I sent you out…” v.35-38 (Mt. 10:1-10) “As was His custom” v.39

Last Supper *Chapters 14 – 17 took place in the upper room or on the way through the city. John 13:1-38 Emphasizes… Love v.1, 34-35 The devil v.2, 27 Jesus “knowing” v.3 Washing feet v.4-17 “Lifts up his heal against me” v.18 (Ps 41:9) Why Jesus was telling them these things v.19 More detail about Judas v.22-30 Son of Man is glorified v.31-32

Lessons from the last supper. Love Service The heart of the Savior The cost of betrayal The nature of the relationship between God the Father and God the Son. The covenant

Gethsemane Matthew 26:36-46 Mark 14:32-42 Luke 22:40-46 John 18:1 They all mention… Going to a certain place. They all leave out just enough information.

Gethsemane Matthew 26:36-46 Ephasizes… “The two sons of Zebedee. v.37 “Fell on His face” v.39 What Jesus prayed for the second time v.42 Prayed the same words the third time v.44

Gethsemane Mark 14:32-42 Ephasizes… The disciples by name v.33 The theme of Jesus’ prayer v.35 “Abba! Father”v.36 One hour v.37 (Mt.26:40) The reason the disciples did not answer Him the second time v. 40

Gethsemane Luke 22:40-46 Ephasizes… Does not mention the name of the place v.40 Does not mention the placement of the disciples, only “a stones throw” v.41 The help of an angel v.43 Sweat like drops of blood v.44 Sleeping from sorrow v.45

Gethsemane John 18:1 Ephasizes… The location over the Kidron. That it was a garden place.

Lessons from Gethsemane. The importance of prayer. The need for companionship. Obedience Submission

The Betrayal Matthew 26:47-56 Mark 14:43-53 Luke 22:47-53 John 18:2-11 They all mention… Judas as the betrayer The multitude of people Peter drawing the sword.

The Betrayal Matthew 26:47-56 Emphasizes… “Friend, do what you have come for v. 50 Take up the sword and die by the sword v.52 More than 12 legion of angels v.53 Fulfill scripture v.54

The Betrayal Mark 14:43-53 Emphasizes… They came with swords and clubs v.43 (Mt 26:55) Every day I was with you v.49 (Mt 26:55) One disciple escaped naked v.52

The Betrayal Luke 22:47-53 Emphasizes… More abbreviated “Are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?” v.48 Shall we strike? v.49 Stop! v.51 Jesus healed the ear v.51 This hour and the power of darkness are yours v.53

The Betrayal John 18:2-11 Emphasizes… Judas knew where to go v.2 Romans were involved v.3 Lanterns torches and weapons v.3 Whom do you seek v.4 I am He v.5-8 Let these go their way v.8 I lost not one v.9 Slave of the high priest called Malchus v.10 Drink the cup v.11

Lessons from the betrayal. The love of money. The meekness of the Savior. The misuse of the sword. He didn’t lose one of the disciples but one of them lost Him.

Peter’s Denial Matthew 26:69-75 Mark 14:66-72 Luke 22:54-62 John 18:25-27 They all mention… Being in the courtyard. The questioning by the servant girl. The denials. The rooster crowing.

Peter’s Denial Matthew 26:69-75 Emphasizes… Jesus the Galilean v.69 Bystanders were also questioning him v.73 “The way you talk gives you away” v.73 He wept bitterly v.75 (Luke 22:62)

Peter’s Denial Mark 14:66-72 Emphasizes… Below in the courtyard v.66 Warming himself by the fire v.67 Neither know nor understand v.68 Servant girl stirring things up v.69

Peter’s Denial Luke 22:54-62 Emphasizes… Following at a distance v.54 Location of the fire v.55 Servant girl was “looking intently” v.56 After an hour passed v.59 Still speaking v.60 The Lord looked at him v.61

Peter’s Denial John 18:15-18,25-27 Emphasizes… Another disciple was with Peter v.15 This disciple helped Peter get into Caiaphas’ house v.17 The slave girl was the gate keeper v.17 Slaves and officers were around the fire v.18 It was cold v.18 One slave was a relative of Malchus v.26

Lessons from Peter’s denial. Does the way you talk show you to be a follower of Jesus of Nazareth? Do we deny Christ with our actions? Jesus always sees.

The Crucifixion Matthew Mark 15:21-41 Luke 23:26-49 John 27:32-56 Mark 15:21-41 Luke 23:26-49 John 19:17-37 They all mention… He was led out to the place of the skull. King of the Jews Crucified between two thieves Casting lots for his garments The comments from the crowd.

The Crucifixion Matthew Emphasizes… 27:32-56 Emphasizes… The accusation of being the Son of God v.43 The events that accompanied the crucifixion v.51-53 Truly this was the son of God v.54 (Mk 15:39)

The Crucifixion Mark 15:21-41 Emphasizes… Simon of Cyrene v.21 It was the 3rd hour when the crucified Him v.25 Eloi Eloi lama Sabachthani v.34 (Mt 27:46) The presence of the women and disciples from a distance v.40,41 (Mt 27:55,56)

The Crucifixion Luke 23:26-49 Emphasizes… The presence of the multitude v.27, 48 Daughters of Jerusalem v.28-31 Father forgive them.. v.34 The dialog with the thieves v.39-43 Father, into your hands… v.46 This man was innocent v.47 Those from Galilee were there v.49

The Crucifixion John Emphasizes… Went out, bearing His own cross v.17 19:17-37 Emphasizes… Went out, bearing His own cross v.17 Dispute about the sign v.19-22 Woman behold your son v.25-27 I am thirsty v.28 It is finished v.30 Sabbath Law v.31-33 Pierced side v.34 Scripture might be fulfilled v.36-37 (Ps 34:20;Ex12:46)

Lessons from the crucifixion. The cost of sin. The love of God.

The Burial Matthew Mark 15:42-47 Luke 23:50-56 John They all mention… 27:57-66 Mark 15:42-47 Luke 23:50-56 John 19:38-42 They all mention… The role of Joseph Binding the body in linen The timing of the burial as the day before the Sabbath.

The Burial Matthew Emphasizes… Joseph was a rich man v.57-59 27:57-66 Emphasizes… Joseph was a rich man v.57-59 The concern that the body was going to be taken v.62-66

The Burial Mark 15:42-47 Emphasizes… Joseph was a prominent member of the council, “gathered up courage” and was waiting on the kingdom v.43 Pilate wondering if He was dead v.44-45 Mary and Mary were concerned about where Jesus was laid v.47 Only Mark leaves out that it was a new tomb.

The Burial Luke 23:50-56 Emphasizes… Joseph was a good and righteous man v.50 He had not consented to the councils plan of action v.51 The women (Mary and Mary) had come from Galilee v.55 They rested according to the commandment v.56

The Burial John Emphasizes… Joseph was a secret disciple v.38 19:38-42 Emphasizes… Joseph was a secret disciple v.38 The other secret disciple was there v.39 Nicodemus brought the spices v.39 “Custom of the Jews” v.40 New tomb in a garden v.41 The tomb was nearby v.42

Lessons from the burial. We have eye witness accounts of the burial. The likeness of baptism.

The Resurrection Matthew Mark Luke John They all mention… 28:1-7 Mark 16:1-8 Luke 24:1-12 John 20:1-10 They all mention… First day of the week. Mary Magdalene coming to the grave. The empty tomb.

The Resurrection Matthew Emphasizes… 28:1-7 Emphasizes… The events that happened with the guards v.2-4 “I know that you are looking for Jesus” v.5 “Go quickly and tell His disciples” v.7

The Resurrection Mark Emphasizes… Who will role away the stone v.3-4 16:1-8 Emphasizes… Who will role away the stone v.3-4 “here is the place where they laid Him” v.6 “and Peter” v.7 (of the 12 he appeared first to Peter 1 Cor 15:5) Fled the tomb in fear v.8

The Resurrection Luke Emphasizes… Two “men” v.4 24:1-12 Emphasizes… Two “men” v.4 Who do you seek the living… v.6 Reminded of His teaching v.6-8 Names of the women v.10 Apostles thought it was nonsense v.11

The Resurrection John Emphasizes… 20:1-10 Emphasizes… *Skips the events with the angels and goes right to Peter. Peter and other disciple run to the tomb v.3-4 Inspection of the tomb v.5-8 They went home v.10

Lessons from the resurrection. Jesus is Lord! The price was paid. We have hope.