Though many have debated the authorship, structure, purpose, and dating (and more) of this book, the traditional view that this work of Good News is brought to us by John, the son of Zebedee, the "disciple whom Jesus loved" and coparent (along with Peter) of the early Jerusalem church seems to have stood the test of time. Archeology and scholarship provide ample support for a trustworthy document that views Jesus as God and worthy of belief.