Who Was John?
The beloved disciple who wrote about truth and love.
John was a fisherman, the brother of James, and a son of Zebedee. Jesus called the brothers while they worked with their father. John witnessed the Transfiguration, sat near Jesus at the Last Supper, stood near the cross, and reached the empty tomb with Peter. Jesus entrusted Mary to John’s care. John’s Gospel identifies him as a beloved disciple and explains that its signs were written so readers would believe Jesus is the Christ and have life in His name. John later proclaimed the resurrection with Peter and wrote letters emphasizing truth, obedience, and Christlike love.