In this conversation, Charmaine Yip talks with theologian David Ford about his lifelong engagement with the Gospel of John, exploring its authorship, distinctive style, and the depth of meaning woven throughout its pages. David reflects on why John’s Gospel is so central to Christian theology, how it reveals the identity of Jesus, and how its “waves of meaning” invite us to deeper faith, worship and self-understanding.
David also introduces his new Advent resource, Meeting God in John (SPCK 2025), designed to guide individuals and groups through the Gospel during Lent and beyond, offering a way to read Scripture slowly, prayerfully and in community.
In this interview, you’ll discover:
- Why the Gospel of John is essential for Christian faith and theology
- What makes John’s Gospel different from the Synoptic Gospels
- How John reveals the identity of Jesus
- What David means by the “superabundance” of God’s love
- Why reading Scripture with others deepens understanding
- How John invites us to reflect on our own identity and desires
- How to engage with John’s Gospel during Lent and beyond
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