Which Gospel is characterized by themes such as the divine Logos, eternal life, and love?

• A. Matthew
• B. Mark
• C. Luke
• D. John

Answer: (D)

The Gospel of John centers on Jesus as the divine Logos—the Word who was with God and who is God—revealing the Father to humanity. This prologue idea sets the tone for John, showing that Jesus stands in eternal relation to God and is the revelation through whom creation and life come. Eternal life in John is framed as a present relationship of knowing the Father and the Son, not just a future reward. This is tied to Jesus’ teaching and miracles that invite belief and relationship, so life with God is personal and transformative.

Love runs like a thread throughout John: Jesus reveals the Father’s love, and He commands His followers to love one another as He has loved them. This emphasis on love as the defining response to Jesus’ identity and work is distinctive to John’s portrayal.

Because of these themes—the preexistent divine Word revealing God, the gift and present reality of eternal life through knowing Him, and the central place of love in the relationship with Jesus—John is the gospel that best fits the description. The other gospels emphasize different angles (Messiah/kingdom, ministry pace, or outreach to various groups) rather than this particular blend of Logos, eternal life, and love.