Lesson 2 | Understanding John 17:3

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Understanding John 17:3 – Sabbath School Lesson Study

• This Sabbath School lesson study, “Understanding John 17:3,” explains what eternal life truly means—knowing God and Jesus Christ in a personal and living relationship.

Memory Text

• “And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.” (John 17:3, NKJV)

Understanding John 17:3 in Context

• This lesson is about knowing God.
• From the beginning, Satan has tried to confuse people about who God is.
• He wants us to doubt God’s love and character.
• But Jesus makes it clear: Eternal life is found in knowing God and Jesus Christ.

Eternal Life Begins Now

• “And this is eternal life…”

• Eternal life is not just living forever.
• It is a new life that begins now and continues forever.
• This life comes only from God.

Knowing God Personally

• “…that they may know You…”

• To know God is more than knowing facts.
• It means having a personal relationship with Him:
  • • Talking to Him in prayer
    • Listening through His Word
    • Walking with Him daily
• This relationship is the source of life.

The Only True God

• “…the only true God…”

• There is only one true God.
• He is both powerful and personal:
  • • The Creator of all things (Genesis 1:1)
    • The One who formed man and gave him life (Genesis 2:7)
    • He is holy—and He is love (1 John 4:8).
• Satan tries to distort God’s character, but the Bible reveals the truth.

Knowing God Through Jesus Christ

• “…and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.”

• We cannot know God without Jesus.
• Jesus reveals the Father. “He who has seen Me has seen the Father” (John 14:9).
• Through Jesus, we receive forgiveness, new life, and a restored relationship with God.

What This Means for You

• Eternal life is found only in knowing God through Jesus.
• Start building that relationship today.
• Spend time with Him daily in prayer and His Word.

Conclusion

• This lesson on Understanding John 17:3 teaches one clear truth: Eternal life is not just a future reward—it is knowing God and Jesus Christ now, and forever.

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