Discovering Good News in John

A Creative Devotional Study Experience

Welcome to your interactive journey through John!

Whether you’re a new or longtime believer, you’ll gain a wealth of wisdom when you study the Gospels! In Discovering Good News in John, authors Jean E. Jones, Pam Farrel, and Karla Dornacher encourage you to revisit the story of Jesus’s life—and be transformed along the way.

This 10-week Bible guide illuminates John’s unique account of Jesus’s mission, ministry, and resurrection, calling you to pause and ponder each verse. You’ll be uplifted by

fresh insights into the incredible book of John
enlightening contexts, including the culture, celebrations, and community of Jesus’s era
new applications from the Good News for your daily life
motivating devotions followed by affirmational prayers
creative coloring pages featuring hope-filled, worship-inspiring Bible verses

Immerse your heart, mind, and soul in the life-giving truths of this Gospel! This new installment in the Discovering the Bible series will give you brand-new eyes that let you savor and cherish each detail John reveals about Jesus’s time on earth.

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Meet the Authors

Jean E. Jones

Author

Jean is a Bible teacher, a member of Women in Apologetics, and a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. She has published on Crosswalk.com, in "Today‘s Christian Woman," and in "Home Life." She’s happily married to her high school sweetheart, Clay, a visiting scholar at Talbot Seminary.

Each chapter has five lessons from Jean that will take you deeply into God’s Word and help you apply it to your life. She also provides sidebars with extra insights for both seasoned Christians and seekers who thrive on details.

Pam Farrel

Author

Pam Farrel and her husband, Bill, are the authors of 46 books, including "Men are Like Waffles--Women Are Like Spaghetti" (more than 300,000 copies sold) and "Red-Hot Monogamy." In addition, Pam has written "52 Ways to Wow Your Husband" and "The 10 Best Decisions a Woman Can Make." They are co-founders and co-directors of Love-Wise, an organization to help people connect love and wisdom and bring practical insights to their personal relationships.

In the Discovering the Bible series, Pam contributes a devotional for every chapter. She shares why taking the time to do the study will enrich, encourage, and equip you with handles to hold on to hope. She offers honest, sometimes raw, personal examples of how Scripture affects her own life.

Karla Dornacher

Author & Illustrator

Karla has written and illustrated 15 Christian gift books. She continues to inspire and encourage others through her coloring books, blog, Bible journaling, and social media. She and her husband, Michael, make their home in Washington State.

She not only illustrated all the books, but also shares inspiration and ideas to help you see God‘s Word through your own creative lens and express it through your unique artistic talents. You’ll be encouraged to use the creative moments you have during this study as opportunities to hear God‘s heart for you as well as to hide his Word in your heart. And you’ll discover a few design, coloring, and hand-lettering tips to jump start your own creative journey through Scripture.

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Endorsements

The Discovering Bible study series is my favorite recommendation for women’s Bible studies. I love how these books balance teaching the basics of what Scripture says with guiding readers deeper into some rich details in the sidebar notes—I learn new things every time one of these studies comes out! Discovering Good News in John continues the excellence of the series with a highly accessible yet in-depth study of one of the most powerful books in the Bible. If you’re looking for a Bible study that will appeal to a mix of women with different biblical backgrounds—including nonbelievers!—this is it.

Natasha CrainSpeaker, blogger, podcaster, and author of four books, including "Faithfully Different"

Oh, my gospel-loving heart! What could be better than deep diving into the book of John? Package the amazing study with creative activities, beautiful art, and coloring features, and you have about the best devotional day ever. Possibly my fave of all time!

Rhonda RheaTV personality, award-winning humor columnist, author of 19 books

One of my favorite books in the Bible is the Gospel of John, and the team that brought us creative Bible studies on the Psalms and Jesus in the Old Testament has come together once again to give women an accessible, engaging, and insightful study of this beautiful account of Jesus’s life. Let this study help you connect your head with your heart as you discover the context, depth, and meaning of John’s Gospel.

Alisa ChildersAuthor of "Another Gospel" and host of the Alisa Childers podcast

Don’t let the beauty of the cover and cleverness of the page layouts make you think this book is not a serious study of God’s Word. It’s filled with life, knowledge, and joy. The learning available through this study reminds me of the apostle Peter’s conclusion about Jesus in John 6:68, “You have the words of eternal life.” This lovely book puts the life-giving messages and deeds of Jesus on brilliant display. Read, study, decorate, and be prepared to grow.

Craig J. Hazen, PhD.Biola University apologetics program founder and director, author of "Five Sacred Crossings" and "Fearless Prayer"

God, the Author of all creation, fashioned us as creative people—His “masterpiece.” I was thrilled to delve into this latest Bible study in a great series that engages through art and all the senses. Discovering Good News in John includes wonderful stories, biblical exposition, and creative projects to help readers not just study the Gospel of John, but also creatively incorporate the teachings of Jesus into their lives. I highly recommend gathering a group to go through this study. The great research, sidebars, illustrations, and creative touches will stir the “maker” in you to worship the original Maker. All this wisdom and beauty is a great way to learn about the life of Jesus. I’m grateful to Farrel, Jones, and Dornacher for combining their gifts as the body of Christ and showing us the way.

Lucinda Secrest McDowellAward-wining author of "Soul Strong" and "Life-Giving Choices

If you’re looking for a uniquely different way to approach Bible study, this is it. The authors combine their gifts to provide deep theology, practical applications, and a creative approach to Scripture memorization. This book is visionary, captivating, stunning, and profound. Study it on your own, or, better yet, gather a group of friends and experience a new way to study the book of John.

Carol KentSpeaker and author of "He Holds My Hand"

The Discovering Bible studies by Pam Farrel, Jean E. Jones, and Karla Dornacher are gold. As a Bible study teacher who has led women through Discovering Hope in the Psalms, I enthusiastically recommend Discovering Good News in John. Each study is well-researched, is designed for multiple learning styles, and offers personal applications that are immediately transferrable. Personally, I grow with each new book.

Janet Holm McHenrySpeaker and author of 24 books, including "PrayerWalk"

Discovering Good News in John takes participants deep into the Word and leads them to a rich understanding of who Jesus is. Special features such as “The Little Details” sidebars, instructions for artwork relevant to the lessons, and creative suggestions to share Jesus’s love with others make this a Bible study like no other.

Grace FoxAuthor of "Finding Hope in Crisis" and cohost for Your Daily Bible Verse podcast

Discovering Good News in John is a hope-filled collection of daily devotionals interwoven with moments of creativity to cultivate a greater connection to the lessons. This book invites us to experience Jesus anew through the book of John. It’s an excellent addition to morning prayer time.

Saundra Dalton-Smith, MDPhysician, author, and host of I Choose My Best Life podcast

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Discovering Good News in John is more than a Bible study—it’s an experience! With beautiful coloring opportunities and deep biblical truths, this verse-by-verse study will expand your knowledge of John’s Gospel and hone your heart.

Rachel WojoAuthor, entrepreneur, podcaster, and director of Speak Up Growth Groups

This is one of the most comprehensive Bible studies of the Gospel of John I have ever read. Pam, Jean, and Karla have crafted a resource that impacts the mind and heart with life-changing truths from the Source of truth. Be prepared to know Jesus more intimately than ever before.

Sharon JaynesBestselling author of 25 books, including "When You Don’t Like Your Story"

Discovering Good News in John will help you dig deep into the story of Jesus on a personal and intellectual level, as well as an inspirational level. Pray and worship through these pages as you enjoy Jean’s deep teaching, Pam’s life lessons, and Karla’s illustrations ready for your creative touch. A treasure designed to help you activate the Word straight into your heart.

Linda Evans ShepherdBestselling author, publisher of "Leading Hearts" magazine, and founder of the Advanced Writers & Speakers Association

The world has seemed very weary recently, and as a professional counselor of 25 years who sits beside people who are struggling, I realize how important good news is for the soul. The authors of Discovering Good News in John encourage their readers to hold on to hope by using various modalities similar to those our counseling staff use in the art therapy office. As someone who has had in-depth Bible training from several seminaries, I am amazed and delighted at the depth of biblical exploration and practical application in this book.

Michelle Nietert, LPC-SClinical director of Community Counseling Associates, author of "Loved and Cherished" and "Make Up Your Mind," podcast host of Raising Mentally Healthy Kids

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What’s Inside

Chapter 1 John 1:1–2:25: The Word Was God

Day 1 There Is Good News
Day 2 Jesus Is the Word
Day 3 John the Baptist Testifies about Jesus
Day 4 Jesus Gains Followers
Day 5 Jesus Begins to Minister

Chapter 2 John 3:1–4:54: The Good News

Day 1 Worship Which Way?
Day 2 Good News for a Pharisee
Day 3 Good News for the Baptist’s Followers
Day 4 Good News for the Outcast
Day 5 Good News for Two Cities

Chapter 3 John 5:1–6:46: Expectations Meet Reality

Day 1 The Prophet Like Moses
Day 2 The Healer
Day 3 The Son’s Authority
Day 4 The Bread of Life
Day 5 The Giver or the Gift

Chapter 4 John 6:47–8:36: Finding Truth

Day 1 Rethinking Expectations
Day 2 Words of Eternal Life
Day 3 The Feast of Booths
Day 4 The Water and Light Ceremonies
Day 5 The Suffering Servant

Chapter 5 John 8:37–10:42: The Good Shepherd

Day 1 Good and Bad Shepherds
Day 2 Jesus the I AM
Day 3 The Shepherd Cares for the Sheep
Day 4 The Sheep Know Their Shepherd
Day 5 The Sheep Hear the Shepherd’s Voice

Chapter 6 John 11:1–12:50: The Resurrection and the Life

Day 1 Reinforced Resolve
Day 2 The Glorified Son
Day 3 The Giver of Life
Day 4 Israel’s King
Day 5 Who Has Believed?

Chapter 7 John 13:1–14:31: The Servant King

Day 1 The Righteous Servant
Day 2 The Servant Who Washes
Day 3 The New Standard of Love
Day 4 The Way, Truth, and Life
Day 5 The Giver of Peace

Chapter 8 15:1–16:33: The Vine

Day 1 Looking for Fruit
Day 2 The True Vine
Day 3 The One the World Hates
Day 4 The Spirit of Truth
Day 5 Jesus Has Overcome the World

Chapter 9 John 17:1–19:27: Consecrated for a Mission

Day 1 Betrayed
Day 2 Jesus Prays
Day 3 Jesus Faces Betrayal Without Turning Back
Day 4 Jesus Stands Before His Adversaries
Day 5 Jesus Is Lifted Up

Chapter 10 John 19:28–21:25: The Messiah Is Jesus

Day 1 The Hope for Sinners
Day 2 The Passover Lamb
Day 3 Jesus Is Risen!
Day 4 Jesus Restores Peter
Day 5 The Good News Revisited

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Book Details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harvest House Publishers
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 5, 2022
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
Binding: PerfectBound Layflat
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0736981454
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0736981453
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.45 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.7 x 10.9 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Discovering the Bible
Categories: New Testament Commentaries; Christian Bible Study Guide; Coloring Books for Grown-Ups

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For Readers

To help you get the most from your experience, we’ve got links to things we couldn’t fit in the book. The Bonus Bundle includes a leader guide, a timeline of Jesus’s life, creative instructions, bibliography, memory prompts, and more. The Super Bonus Bundle has discussion questions, charts, additional memory prompts, a glossary, and more. There are also Teaching Videos and a Facebook group where you can share thoughts and projects.

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John Bonus Bundle

The Discovering Good News in John Bonus Bundle contains:

Leader Guide with tips for leading groups
Bibliography
Timeline of Jesus’s Life
10 memory prompts
Links to related articles
Links to related music and videos
Instructions for overlaying a verse on a Photo
Corrections
A subscription to Jean’s monthly newsletter with encouragement, reviews, and news

Bundle update 9/11/2023

$9.00

John Super Bonus Bundle

The Super Bonus Bundle will further enhance your time in John with these helpful resources:

Everything in the Bonus Bundle PLUS
Suggested Discussion Questions for each chapter, including time estimates and key passages to read
20 More Memory Prompts
Chart: Old Testament Sacred Days
Chart: Hebrew Calendar
Glossary

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Teaching Videos

Join us in studying Discovering Good News in John online—an 11-session study taught by Jean E. Jones on John’s unique account of Jesus’s mission, ministry, and resurrection. This course is designed to enhance your time in the creative devotional, Discovering Good News in John.

Find & Share Inspiration

How are you creatively immersing yourself in John’s Gospel? Do you want more inspiration? To share your creations and comments and see what others are creating, click this link and then click Join: Facebook group Discovering Good News in John.