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’.