The Gospel of John witnesses to the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Yet it is apparent from John’s account that not everyone who perceived Jesus with their physical eyes saw Him for who He truly is. In But Now I See, Gerald M. Bilkes walks us through a study of this gospel, sharing the same intent as the apostolic author, “that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name” (John 20:31). As you read about how Jesus is the light; the Lamb of God; the way, the truth, the life; the resurrection; the Vine; and so much more, may you also come to say, “We beheld his glory” (John 1:14).
Contents
Preface
- The Word, the Lamb, the Ladder
- A New Reality
- The Encounter at Night
- The Encounter at Noon
- The Voice of Mercy
- Bread and Harvest
- A Feast and a Fountain
- The Light of Freedom
- Now I See
- The Shining Shepherd
- The Resurrection and the Life
- The Corn of Wheat
- The Form of a Servant
- The Way, the Truth, and the Life
- Abide in My Love
- The Comfort of a Triune God
- Father, I Will
- The King of Truth
- Seeing the Lamb of God
- My Lord and My God
- It Is the Lord
Postscript
Endorsements
“With theological insight, unobtrusive exegetical precision, practical application, and personal passion, Bilkes expounds the message of John’s Gospel. Although not a verse-by-verse commentary, But Now I See recounts the biblical narrative chapter by chapter in such a way that light is always shining on Jesus in all the beauty and wonder of His person and work. In many ways, Bilkes’s exposition echoes the purpose of John’s first epistle, that the reader “may know him that is true” (1 John 5:20). At the end of each chapter are soul-searching questions to generate personal reflection as to whether we are seeing Jesus. The preacher in Bilkes shines as brightly as his scholarship. This is a helpful companion resource for reading the Gospel of John.”
—Michael Barrett, senior research professor of the Old Testament, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids
“In But Now I See, Gerald Bilkes helps us to see the glory of Jesus revealed in the Gospel of John. In short, devotional chapters, Bilkes leads us through the gospel, providing rich insights, warm encouragement, and personal applications. Whether we are coming to see Jesus for the first time or have been gazing at His glory for a lifetime, this book shows us more of Him who is the light of the world.”
—Murray Smith, lecturer in biblical theology and exegesis, Christ College, Sydney
Gerald M. Bilkes is vice president as well as professor of homiletics and biblical studies at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids. He has authored several books and preaches and speaks at churches and conferences worldwide.
