John for Everyone, Part 1

New Testament for Everyone Series

By: N. T. Wright

Narrated by: Michael Page

A renowned Bible scholar opens up the message and meaning of the gospel of John for today's readers.

The gospel of John comes alive in N. T. Wright's updated translation and insightful commentary. He guides the listener through the world of the New Testament, explaining the ideas and events that shaped the gospel-writer's account of the life of Jesus. Breaking down the gospel of John into brief, easy-to-study segments, Wright shows how the message of this ancient book speaks powerfully to the spiritual longings of contemporary readers. New Christians and longtime followers of Jesus alike will find inspiration and practical wisdom for their journey within this book. This expanded edition contains Wright's updated translation of the biblical text, a new introduction, and a study guide designed for use in Bible study classes and individual reflection. Helpful summaries and insightful questions assist group leaders, study participants, and solo learners to encounter the chapters 1 through 10 of the gospel of John in exciting and enriching new ways.

©2002, 2004, 2023 Nicholas Thomas Wright (P)2023 Tantor

Wonderful Bible study

This is a wonderful study of the book of John. It has a great mix of historical and devotional thoughts along with being a group study.

"voice" of the author missing from the reading

N. T. Wright needs spend more time in selecting his audio reader. This, is so off putting, that I regretted investing in Wright's audio editions -- across several titles. Let me count the layers. There is the affect. There is the cadence that matches -- nothing. Think of a singer, singing in a foreign language with no comprehension of the language and so can only modulate probable pronunciation. Placing all effort into singing each note properly fails to compensate for the lack of understanding of the lyrics. I had to give up.

At least, if Mr. Wright would glance at what a prospective reader has done. Page reading The Brewery Murders with the same voice, affect and cadence with which he is reading 3 of Wright's works - Gospels of Mark and John part 1 and 2. Oh dear, he's also been signed in for both offerings on Acts for 2024.