The ‘I am’ sayings of Jesus form the

spine of the teaching of John‘s Gospel.

The ‘I am’ part speaks of Christ’s person;

the second part explains Christ’s

work.

Christ, the Bread of Life, removes the

hunger caused by sin and brings the

satisfaction of eternal life, the twin

blessings of repentance and faith.

Christ, the Light of the World, illumines

the mind leading to true assurance and

gives spiritual sight, born of effectual

calling.

Christ, the Door, bestows entry to

God’s fold and enjoyment within God’s

pasture.

Christ, the Good Shepherd, grants saving

protection and preserving perseverance.

Christ, the Resurrection and the Life,

both commences and continues the

grace of salvation.

Christ, the Way, the Truth and the Life,

points the way to God, expounds the

truth about God and epitomizes the

life of God, for he is what he does.

Christ, the True Vine, both cleanses in

justification and consecrates through

sanctification.

Jesus Christ is truly the great ‘I AM’.