In the Bible, there are several notable individuals named John:
John the Baptist: He is one of the most well-known figures named John. John the Baptist was a prophet who preached in the wilderness and baptized people, including Jesus Christ, in the Jordan River. He is recognized for preparing the way for the Messiah and calling people to repentance. John the Baptist’s ministry is recorded in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
John the Apostle: Also known as John the Evangelist, he was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ. John was the brother of James and the son of Zebedee. He is traditionally believed to be the author of the Gospel of John, the three Epistles of John (1 John, 2 John, and 3 John), and the Book of Revelation. John is often referred to as “the disciple whom Jesus loved” and was one of Jesus’ closest followers.
John Mark: He is sometimes referred to as Mark, the author of the Gospel of Mark. John Mark was a companion of Paul and Barnabas on their missionary journeys. Although he initially parted ways with Paul, he later became a valuable companion and helper to Paul in his ministry.
Each of these individuals played a significant role in the biblical narrative and the spread of Christianity.