The answer is: John

An easy one!

John’s Gospel wraps up the four accounts of Jesus’ life in the New Testament, but it’s quite different from the others in style and substance. While Matthew, Mark, and Luke—collectively known as the Synoptic Gospels—focus on Jesus' miracles and parables, John dives deep into the theological significance of who Jesus is as the Word made flesh (John 1:14). It’s like the cream at the top of the Gospel dessert—a little richer and a bit more philosophical.

Did you know that John is the only Gospel that doesn’t include a nativity story? Instead, it kicks off with that poetic prologue about the Word being with God since the beginning (for the trivia buffs: that link with Genesis 1:1 about the creation of the world is intentional). It beautifully emphasizes the connection between Jesus and God's divine nature.

Even within John, there are echoes of love and eternal life that seem to invite readers into a deeper relationship with the divine. When you read those famous lines: “For God so loved the world...” (John 3:16), you can almost feel the emphasis on mercy and inclusivity resonate through the ages.

John's account ends with profound reflections on love and unity (John 13:34), suggesting that perhaps the most important message is a call to connect with one another and the divine over just recounting events. It adds a beautiful layer to the portrayal of Jesus, emphasizing his relational approach to both God and humanity.