The Significance of Jesus’ Resurrection in the Gospel of John

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the decisive climax of John’s testimony that Jesus is the “Son of God.” There would not have been a resurrection if there had been no death, but death does not guarantee a resurrection. Jesus’ resurrection plays the ultimate role in John’s overall argument in the...

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Published in:	Pharos Journal of Theology
Main Author:	Michael D. Olajide, PhD
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Africajournals 2025-11-01
Subjects:	fourth gospel jesus christ john resurrection divinity
Online Access:	https://www.pharosjot.com/uploads/7/1/6/3/7163688/article_11_106_5__november_2025.pdf

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