How many signs are recorded in the book of John?
The book of John records seven miraculous signs. These signs served as evidence to Israel that Jesus was who He claimed to be, each carrying a trainload of truth for the nation. The context explains Israel demanded signs, and Jesus performed miracles to prove His identity to the Jew.
Les explains that when he taught the book of John, there were seven signs, miraculous signs, recorded in the book of John. Every one of them had a whole trainload of truth for the nation of Israel. This fits the pattern that the Jews require a sign, as I Corinthians 1:22 says. Israel had demanded signs all the way back to Moses, and signs proved God was working supernaturally. In Christ's earthly ministry, Jesus performed miracle after miracle to prove to the Jew that He was who He said He was. The seven signs in John were therefore for Israel's benefit.