John 13-21 For You

Walk with Jesus from the Upper Room to the Empty Tomb

What does it mean to follow a crucified and risen King?

In John 13–21 For You, Josh Moody takes you on a transformative journey through the final chapters of John's Gospel — from the intimacy of the upper room, to the darkness of the cross, to the breathtaking dawn of resurrection morning. This is not a journey of abstract theology. It is an invitation to gaze at the surprising glory of the God of the cross, and to be changed by what you see.

Whether you are a new believer opening the Gospel of John for the first time, or a seasoned pastor who has preached through it many times, this guide will open fresh windows onto one of the most beloved and profound sections of Scripture.

What This Book Covers

Josh Moody moves carefully and faithfully through John chapters 13–21, verse by verse, bringing the text alive with clarity, warmth, and pastoral wisdom. Key passages and themes include:

• The Upper Room (John 13–17) — Jesus washing his disciples' feet, the promise of the Holy Spirit, and the high priestly prayer
• The Betrayal and Arrest (John 18) — The cost of faithful love and the sovereignty of God in suffering
• The Trial and Crucifixion (John 19) — The King crowned with thorns, and what the cross reveals about the heart of God
• The Resurrection (John 20) — The empty tomb and the encounters that shattered grief and ignited faith
• Restoration by the Lake (John 21) — Jesus reinstating Peter and commissioning his followers afresh

Throughout, Moody shows how each scene is not merely history, but a transforming encounter with a living Lord.

What Readers Will Learn

• How the upper room discourse prepares followers of Jesus for suffering, service, and dependence on the Spirit
• Why the cross is not a defeat but the climactic revelation of God's glory
• How the resurrection transforms grief, doubt, and failure into renewed calling
• What it means in practice to love one another as Christ has loved us
• How to read John 13–21 in its full narrative and theological sweep
• Why Jesus' prayer in John 17 is one of the most important prayers in all of Scripture
• How the restoration of Peter speaks to every believer who has failed and wondered if they are still useful to God

How to Use This Book

One of the great strengths of the For You series is its flexibility. John 13–21 For You works beautifully in multiple settings:

• Personal devotions — Read a chapter at a time, slowly and prayerfully
• Sermon preparation — A trustworthy expository companion for preachers
• Small group studies — Pair it with the accompanying John 13–21 Good Book Guide for group discussion questions
• Cover-to-cover reading — Accessible enough to read like a book, rich enough to reward careful attention

Who Should Read This Book

This book is for you if you are:

• A layperson wanting to go deeper into John's Gospel without getting lost in academic language
• A pastor or preacher preparing expository sermons on John 13–21
• A small group leader looking for a solid guide to lead others through this section of Scripture
• A new Christian eager to understand the cross and resurrection in John's own words
• A devotional reader wanting a structured, applied walk through a passage of Scripture
• Anyone who wants to sit with Jesus in the upper room, stand at the foot of the cross, and run to the empty tomb — and be transformed by what they find there

About the Author

Josh Moody is the Senior Pastor of College Church in Wheaton, Illinois, and the founder and president of God Centered Life Ministries. He holds a PhD from Cambridge University and is the author of numerous books, including works on John, Philippians, and the Christian life. Known for his blend of scholarly depth and pastoral warmth, Josh Moody writes for real people in real churches — making the Bible accessible, engaging, and life-changing. His expository guides in the For You series are trusted by readers and preachers around the world.

About the For You Series

John 13–21 For You is part of the God's Word For You series published by The Good Book Company — a growing library of expository guides designed to sit between a devotional and a full academic commentary. Each volume is:

• Verse-by-verse and faithful to the text
• Accessible to non-scholars without being shallow
• Applicable to daily life and ministry
• Flexible for personal, group, or sermon use

Other titles in the series cover books across the Old and New Testaments, from Genesis to Revelation.

Looking for a small group study guide? The companion John 13–21 Good Book Guide is available separately and pairs perfectly with this volume for group Bible studies.