No one gets in the pen without going through the door, and that door is Jesus Christ. He would die because in John 10:17-18 Jesus said that he would lay down His life, but from a human perspective He would die because the religious leaders rejected His claim to be God and rejected the conclusion that His miracles, wonders and signs pointed to – He was God. It is also possible that when Christ appeared as a theophany to Abraham in Genesis 18 that He talked with Abraham about His future coming in human form. They did not watch their accusations. Only then. However, it happened, Abraham knew about Jesus’ coming and he was glad. He says that they call His father “our God.” Now that is specific and pointed. In John 15:1 and 15:5, we see that Jesus is the true vine and provides sustenance and joy as we abide in Him. Jesus answered, “If I glorify Myself, My glory is nothing; it is My Father who glorifies Me, of whom you say, ‘He is our God’; and you have not come to know Him, but I know Him; and if I say that I do not know Him, I will be a liar like you, but I do know Him and keep His word.” John 8:54-55 (NASB). They were like Moses in all things related to the sacred scriptures. He was not merely saying that he was prophesied. Jesus gave every evidence that He was God. These are clear proofs from the scriptures that the Messiah was to be God. Jesus is the resurrection and the life (John 11:25), in that because of Jesus Christ man does not have to die and be separated from God for eternity. 1808 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Published fourteen years before I was born, this book has been with me all my life and has shed greater understanding on Jesus' "I am the . Exodus 3:14. The second point, that He was and is God, is revealed in the phrase “I am.” The Greek text reads “ego eimi.” The Greek word eimi corresponds to the English verb “to be.” Therefore, Jesus said that He was “being.” Ego is the emphatic “I”. No matter the storm, no matter the virus, no matter the disease, no matter the political upheaval, no matter the suffering, no matter what. Matthew 23:2 (NASB). When Jesus told them that He was honoring the Father He was referring to the fact that He was simply trying to tell them the truth about the Father. But their assault did not cause Jesus to change His words. . Truly, truly, I say to you, if anyone keeps My word he will never see death. John 12:37 (NASB). But notice carefully, that God the Father says, “they will look on Me whom they have pierced.” That is, the Father and Jesus Christ are both God. The region of Samaria was located in the lower part of the old northern kingdom of Israel, sandwiched between Galilee and Judea. When we think about His attributes we will discover mysteries about the triune God and understand certain problem passages in scripture. Things Jesus, the Great “I AM,” Said About Himself Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Jesus Christ was and is God. '” 4. Made with Film Makerhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cerdillac.filmmaker They were wicked creatures that Christ had once created (Colossians 1:15-17). The Samaritans believed that they were the true observers of the law or the Torah. Are there currently circumstances in your life where you need Jesus to be “I Am”? They called Him a demon. Jesus is self-sufficient and has everything that we need, but in order to fully appreciate His sufficiency at work in our lives, we must get to know Him. He is the light of the world (John 8:12), bringing light to a dark world because His presence deals with the issue of sin. I Am the Good Shepherd. What if He really was and is God? This rest is for now, and it is where we start. First, He reveals that Abraham knew about Him and was glad to know about Him. Jesus’ presence overcomes storms in our lives, as well, even when the storms may continue to rage around us. I AM the Door (John 10: v.7,9) – Jesus is the way to salvation, and once saved He is the access into every great and precious promise, every blessing and the beginning of all true success. The religious leaders were so jealous of the crowds that followed Him and of His wisdom and skill and their hatred was so great that they would murder Jesus as soon as they could politically afford to. Defending our faith is something we all need to be able to do in this day and age. So He was teaching them truth but they did not accept it and as a result they would never be free! It is so clear that Jesus claimed that He was Jehovah God. Because of Jesus’ self-sufficiency and all power, as the “I Am,” He is able to be anything you need Him to be. They did not watch their words. We must remember God’s character when we want to understand what we read in scripture and understand Christ. He knew what was going to happen and He concealed himself in escape as the Jews tried to kill him. He does not say, “And to seeds,” as referring to many, but rather to one, “And to your seed,” that is, Christ. And even if I weren't the great-granddaughter of the author, I would still give it a five-star rating! JESUS THE GREAT "I AM" Along with explaining His role as the Savior of the world in very clear and unmistakable terms Jesus made a number of other statements about Himself which provide insight into different facets of His identity and mission as mans Savior. On several occasions it is recorded that Jesus used the “I AM” formula in attesting to His deity. He emphasized that He was not seeking His own glory, and they should be concerned because the Father sees and knows everything and He is their judge. A man had just moved into town and stopped at local restaurant for dinner. While their accusation was an incredible insult it also revealed their heart. . Jesus is the only path to God, the only Truth in a world of lies, and the only true source of eternal life. In John 8:58, Jesus said "Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am." Mark 1:2-3 tells us that John the Baptist was that messenger and he cleared the way for Jesus Christ (Isaiah 40:3). Maybe someone desires to become the president of the United States so that they can determine the philosophical positions and future of a nation. Blind Foolishness. They considered themselves the defenders of the scriptures and of God. So for Jesus to claim that Abraham knew about Him, was just unacceptable. So the tensions and hatred between the Samaritans and the Jews could be intense (John 4:9). That’s why He says, “I am the door. Sixth, Jesus said in John 11:25, “I am the resurrection and the life.” He offers us eternal life. Then Jesus dropped the first of two unbelievably shocking statements. ‘I am who I am.’ I’ll be with you.” It’s not just a relational statement. The answer is nothing! [1] Then He arose from the grave after three days. Jesus not only claimed to be God but throughout His adult ministry He displayed the powers of God by healing, calming the waves, winds and multiply food during the feeding of five thousand. Jesus answered, “I do not have a demon; but I honor My Father, and you dishonor Me.” John 8:49 (NASB). One day … Galatians 3:16 drops a hint that Abraham knew about the Messiah when God told him in Genesis 22:18 that “In your seed all the nations of the earth shall be blessed.” The seed referred to the Christ. He told Moses to tell Pharaoh that he came in the name of the great I Am (Exod 3:13-15). Therefore they picked up stones to throw at Him, but Jesus hid Himself and went out of the temple. John 8:59 (NASB). In this passage God is reminding us all about Him, “I am the LORD, I change not.” He is the great “I Am.” The earlier encounter reveals that the religious leaders were becoming more intolerant of Him. She pranced nearly naked on a Californian beach – hands raised in adoration of self. James T. Batchelor In the second book of J.R.R. What an incredible statement for the religious leaders to accept. as if Jesus originated the phrase, “Read my Lips”. I’m telling you all you need to know: My name. Another example of Jesus as protector is when the Roman guards tried … The first claim is obvious to us, that is, Jesus existed before Abraham. In Jesus’ day the Jews in Judea hated the Samaritans. The I AM's place Jesus in His right place in our lives. Galatians 3:16 says, Now the promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. He goes on to share in the book of John the various areas in which He is the “I Am.”  He is the bread of life (John 6:35), the provision and provider of eternal and abundant life. This a good question for each one of us. Jesus is also our provider. Jeremiah 9:23-24. Jesus had communicated that He was God earlier in John 5:18 and He continued sending them that same message repeatedly. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture” (John 10:9). Jesus’ words are clear and accurate. I AM the Good Shepherd (John10: v.11, 14) – Jesus is the one who protects, keeps and delivers us like a true shepherd does for his sheep. In John's Gospel, Jesus makes seven references to Himself using "I am." They credited the work of the Holy Spirit through Christ to demons. Another example of Jesus as protector is when the Roman guards tried to arrest Jesus in the garden and were unable to do so: when He identified Himself they immediately fell back (John 18:6). Thus says the LORD, “Let not a wise man boast of his wisdom, and let not the mighty man boast of his might, let not a rich man boast of his riches; but let him who boasts boast of this, that he understands and knows Me . Later in John 20:28 one His disciples blurted out, “My Lord and my God.” The disciple was an eyewitness of Christ and would have understood better than we can or will ever. Jesus the Great I AM; Jesus the Great I AM Download the audio. Consequently, the crowds wondered if Jesus was demon possessed too (John 7:20; 10:20-21)! That was what He had already said was His goal in verse 40. Therefore, it appears the Pharisees’ comment was designed to hurt Jesus’ reputation with the crowds. Deuteronomy 32:39 and Isaiah 41:4; 43:10 are three more clear statements that God said He was the “I AM.” Therefore, when Jesus said that He was self-sustaining or “self-existing” in John 5:26 He claimed to be God, an aseity. THE SEVEN “I AM” STATEMENTS One of the distinctive elements of the teaching of Jesus is the way he expresses important truths in terms of his own personal character and mission. So if you did not agree with the Pharisees there was something mentally wrong with you. Be Encouraged. “I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” As a Jewish person, the first time I heard the gospel was in a Bible study organized by the Navigators at San Diego State University. Earlier in John 8:24 He told them that He was the great I AM (see the study Who Are You?). He says that He did not have a demon and that He had been honoring the Father throughout their discussion. I am the door. He is the One who willingly protects His flock even to the point of death (verses 11 and 15). Jesus is God because He is The Great I AM. The religious leaders had also missed the message of Malachi 3:1. Feb 27, 2012 - Explore Juanice Nicholson's board "The Great I AM", followed by 4614 people on Pinterest. Then Jesus makes His most shocking and unacceptable statement, Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was born, I am.” John 8:58 (NASB), When Jesus says that He existed before Abraham and then that He was the God who met Moses at the burning bush in Exodus 3, they believed that He had committed blasphemy. Jesus refers to himself as the light. That is, ego emphasizes that Jesus said He is “continually being” or “existing.” That is, He was existing before Abraham. Christ’s words remind us of His earlier words in Matthew, But I tell you that every careless word that people speak, they shall give an accounting for it in the day of judgment. Jesus was equating Himself with the "I AM" title God gave Himself in Exodus 3:14. This is a clear proof that Jesus is God. In that verse, the Father tells us that He will send a messenger before the Messiah, that is, Jesus Christ. I am the life. The Samaritans lived in the region called Samaria which was located between Judea in the south and Galilee in the north. As you look back over your walk with the Lord, in what ways has Jesus shown himself to be “I Am” to you? In John 8:56, Jesus said, “Abraham saw my day and was glad.”  Even in the Old Testament, when Abraham focused on Jesus Christ, the thought of coming redemption brought joy. Wow, what a stunning statement since they claimed to be the religious leaders of Israel – the spiritual leaders. The proof that He was God is written in these historical records called the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The crowds were most likely influenced by the Pharisees. I am The Good Shepherd. Then in John 5:26 Jesus claimed that He was self-existing – God in human flesh. The Bible says; always be prepared to give an answer for the hope that is in you. The prophets died too; whom do You make Yourself out to be?” John 8:52-53 (NASB). Then Jesus stuns them by saying that only He knows their God. Matthew 12:36 (NASB). It changes Jesus from being one of many, to being God. Those who say that Jesus did not claim to be God reveal their bias and spiritual blindness and not their intelligence. The Jews answered and said to Him, “Do we not say rightly that You are a Samaritan and have a demon?” John 8:48 (NASB). Sundays @ 10 am // Streaming. As one who is essential. Though Shakespeare’s Hamlet asked, “What’s in a name?” as if a person’s given name is wholly unimportant, we must keep in mind that a person’s name can be significant. Those who ignore Christ’s words will die but those who kept His words will never experience spiritual death. Jesus didn’t make a mistake by saying this. Once again the religious leaders accuse Him of having a demon. Jesus, great “I AM” and Lord of what is, said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28). 3:14). This “I am” is used at least eight times within scripture, starting in chapter 8 all the way to chapter 16. The waiter did his best to please him but the man complained that he’d only received one piece of bread with his meal, so the waiter promptly brought him four slices. He told Moses to tell Pharaoh that he came in the name of the great I Am (Exod 3:13-15). Galatians 3:16 (NASB). Therefore, they spend money and make commitments to donors and voters in the hope that they will gain enough votes to become the president. Take a look at the following passages: Gen 22:1-5; Exod 3:13-15; Ps 9:10; Mark 14:60-64; John 18:4-9; Heb 13:8; James 1:17. The Jews he was speaking to clearly understood what he meant. The accusation had been hurled at Jesus earlier in His ministry. The Me refers to Himself. Jesus Knew What He Said. The Jews hated the Samaritans because they separated from the kingdom that had been established by God under Saul, David and Solomon (1 Kings 11:11-13; 12:16-19). Such statements reveal that they never read the Bible or they read it and did not pay close attention to what they read. Isaiah 43:10; 44:6, 8; 45:5, 21 and 46:10). There are 154 “I Am” statements in the Old Testament and the final Old Testament “I Am” claim is found in Malachi 3: 6. Jesus replies that Abraham saw Christ’s day and rejoiced (v. 56), but the Pharisees cannot believe this because Jesus was not even 50 years old! John 8:48-59 When Moses asked God what name he should use to describe who sent him, the answer was, “I Am.” But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will explain why that simple answer really isn’t so simple at all as he talks about the incredible significance packed into it. Then in Isaiah 48:16 God says, “Lord God has sent Me and His Spirit.” The speaker is the second person of the trinity, Jesus, the son of God. On another occasion Jesus said that they considered themselves the authoritative teachers of Israel (Matthew 23:2). With this “I am” statement, Jesus portrays His great love and care. Main idea: Jesus is the holy, perfectly perfect God. Jesus, the great I AM, is with his people. All Rights Reserved. He does not have to go outside of Himself for anything because He is self-existent and unchangeable. I am the way, the truth, and the life. These descriptions of Jesus illustrate both His self-sufficiency and the overwhelming blessing the believer receives through a relationship with the Savior. In saying, “I am who I am,” God is presenting Himself as the self-existent, transcendent, independent God of the universe. Jesus, the great “I Am,” provided protection for Moses when He sent him before Pharaoh in His name. - Exodus 3. Then in 1 John 5:20 we are told that Jesus Christ is the “true God and eternal life.” These are just a few samples of New Testament statements that reveal Jesus was, is and will always be our God and Savior. What does the word “sufficiency” mean? Another use of the Granville Sharp rule is also in force in 2 Peter 1:1 where once again we are told God and Savior refers to Jesus Christ. So, they didn’t. One wonders did they stop to think what if He was God? The Granville Sharp rule reveals that God and Savior refers to the same person which is Christ Jesus. Jesus, the Great I AM By The Rev. The I AM''s present Jesus Christ in His true glory. Every December, we put together a series of your most-requested, messages of the year. Before Abraham was, I am.” The message is clear. 1 Peter 1:10-12 also indicates that prophets knew about the coming Christ when they wrote scripture. Zechariah 12:10 tells that on some future day the nation of Israel will realize that they killed their Messiah, Jesus Christ. 1. But I do not seek My glory; there is One who seeks and judges. The Jews said to Him, “Now we know that You have a demon. This is an important lesson for us. Everyone is welcomed at OCBF. The Great I AM “God said to Moses, ‘I AM who I AM.’ And he said, ‘Say this to the people of Israel, I AM has sent me to you’” (Ex. . Subscribe to our mailing list today to receive news and updates. It is important to remember that Jesus was God and, therefore, He could not sin (James 1:13) and when He spoke, He spoke truth. Donations to this ministry are tax-deductible. A non-profit, 501(c)3 corporation. After sharing some of the Old Testament prophesies, they turned to the Gospel of John, showing how Jesus was … “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. If He is God what would be the consequences of their actions? To most of us this might appear to be a defensive response but it was more than a defensive comment. Jesus’ reply also reveals the sad condition of the religious leaders. At that point, what more could have been done to help them believe? They threw at Him the most insulting remarks they could think of. These and other verses clearly prove that He was God and did, in fact, claim to be God. . He says that His father is their God. They were not concerned that God the Father was the ultimate judge and Jesus represented Him. Once again they accuse Christ of being mentally incompetent. When the Pharisees accused Jesus of being a Samaritan the accusation erupted from their hatred for these people. Because Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6), He is the means by which we come into relationship with God, and He is the final definer of what reality really is. Want to go deeper? Jesus Christ claimed to be the “I AM.” It is the personal name of the God of the Old Testament (Exodus 3:13-14). Jesus says in John 8:58 that, “before Abraham was born, I am.”  In this statement, Jesus equates Himself with God. There is a philosophical, theological component too. It is our sincere desire that all men, women, boys and girls come into a saving knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ and experience daily the power of His eternal love. When we view Jesus correctly, this gives us a bigger view of God and a more relevant understanding of Jesus. No human being has existed in eternity past. Jesus Is the Great I Am P olitics is usually a dirty business. God is the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. We believe that the events recorded in John 8 occurred less than six months before He would die on the cross. The religious leaders of Judea believed that they were the most godly men in the nation and had an inside connection to God. Jesus Christ is the Great I AM . So the Jews said to Him, “You are not yet fifty years old, and have You seen Abraham?” John 8:57 (NASB). That’s an anchor in any storm. A believer can increasingly grow into an intimate, vibrant relationship with Christ as he or she becomes more grounded in His Word. Their nasty and insulting comment that Jesus was a Samaritan and had a demon revealed their heart and a wish to gain victory over Jesus in their struggle to gain superiority and control. Jesus, the great “I Am,” provided protection for Moses when He sent him before Pharaoh in His name. In verse 32 He had said if they knew the truth the truth would make them free. Jesus’ reply is truly amazing. Shortly after saying He was the door, He then adds, “I am … Later in John 10:30-33 the Jews will try to stone Him again and for the same reason. This leads us to rest in the sufficiency of Christ as we look to Him as our source for any category of need. “Jesus said to them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was born, I am.’” – John 8:58, Saturdays @ 4 pm // In-Person Let me teach you because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. First, He answers their accusation. Earlier in John 5:18 the religious leaders understood that He had claimed to be God then also. There are also historical secular records which scream the same Message. Dallas, TX 75232 Key Verses: God replied to Moses, “I Am Who I Am. That is, He sent John the Baptist before Himself, that is, before Jesus Christ. “I Am” was the name that God used to identify Himself as Yahweh in the Old Testament and it speaks of His eternal personal nature and His self-sufficiency. Later in John 12:37 we will read, But though He had performed so many signs before them, yet they were not believing in Him. Wednesday 8:00 pm That is, after they had seen all that Christ did and heard all that He taught they came to the wrong conclusion and rejected Him. This means that if we aren’t looking to Him first to meet our needs, we might not view Him correctly as the focal point of our sufficiency. He declared himself to be God. Jesus – The Great I AM Posted on April 6, 2021 by Disciple of Christ Leave a comment “‘I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End,’ says the Lord, ‘who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty. The accusation in that passage appears to have meant that He was insane or mentally crazy. Scripture does not tell us everything that occurs in the conversations mentioned in scripture. Jesus Christ is the Great I AM. As you reviewed the many meanings of Jesus as the great I Am, which one of those characteristics is most meaningful to you and why? The Turn-Around Agenda, a Social Outreach. Together, they are the one and only God. Saturday @ 4:00 pm (in-person) He knew exactly the repercussions of his words. Verse 33, reveals that Jesus claimed to be God. He embodies all three in … We honor God when we speak truth about the Father, Jesus Christ and anything else, including the condition of every man and woman. In Exodus 3 God told Moses that His name was “I AM.”, Then Moses said to God, “Behold, I am going to the sons of Israel, and I will say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you.’ Now they may say to me, ‘What is His name?’ What shall I say to them?” God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM”; and He said, “Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” Exodus 3:13-14 (NASB). What did Jesus mean when He said "I am the bread of life" and what difference does that make to us? (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 44:6; Mark 12:29-32; and James 2:19. “If you obey my decrees and my regulations, you will find life through them. We are who we are as Christians because Jesus is the great I AM. The name Samaria originally came from the capital city of Samaria which was part of the northern kingdom called Israel. When Jesus answered, “I do not have a demon”, He spoke the truth. Next, the Father says the messenger would clear the way before Me. These revelations made it clear to all that He was claiming to be much more than a rabbi or prophet; Jesus claimed to be the Messiah—God in human form. Jesus is also our divine protector. I AM – the True Vine; Jesus is the Great I AM – Sunday School Lesson. The northern portion of the divided land was called the kingdom of Israel and the southern portion was called the kingdom of Judea. “You will know that I am Jehovah,” Great I Am, we worship You, Great I Am, we worship You. Out of Christ’s mouth came honor and out of their mouth came dishonor for their God who was standing right before them. When Jesus used the phrase "I AM," He made specific revelations regarding His identity and nature. The Great I AM (Written by a new believer) ... "Jesus saith unto him (Thomas), I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." In sharp contrast the religious leaders were slaves of sin (John 8:34-36) and lied like the devil (John 8:44) who ran the world system in which they lived. The I AM's give us the 'present tense' of Jesus (who He is now) which is very important. statements throughout the New Testament. Jesus answered, “I tell you the truth, before Abraham was even born, I Am!” John 8:58 Then Jesus spoke to the crowds and to His disciples, saying: “The scribes and the Pharisees have seated themselves in the chair of Moses . They could see that Jesus’ human body was less than fifty years old. When Christ died on the cross a non-Christian solder declared, “Truly this was the Son of God!” (Matthew 27:54). In the same way, as we look toward Christ and all that His presence means, we can find joy in the midst of whatever challenge we face (John 8:56). They say that Jesus did perform miracles and died. In Titus 2:13 the Greek text makes it clear that Jesus was both God and Savior. Our study starts with John 8:48 where we are told that the religious leaders insulted Jesus by calling Him a Samaritan and accusing Him of having a demon. They had committed the unpardonable sin (Matthew 12:30-32). How are you regularly pursing intimacy with the great I Am? Treebeard looks like a tree except that he can walk, talk, and feel emotions. As the good shepherd (John 10:11, 14), Jesus leads His people and cares for His flock. The name Samaritan means “observers of the Torah.” The Samaritans accepted only the first five books of the Old Testament, the Pentateuch. After having full light and watching and hearing Him for years they came to the wrong conclusion. The phrase “son of God” was another way say, “God.” Just check out John 10:30-33, 36. To them the comment that those who keep “My word he will never see death” was crazy. The original nation of Israel had been divided into two kingdoms after the death of King Solomon (1 Kings 11:11; 12:16-20). What do your prayer habits say about your view of Christ? The message was that they could not escape the judgment of God when it comes to their sin. 3. The accusation about being demon possessed was an old one (Matthew 9:34; 12:24; Mark 3:15; Luke 11:15). Jesus honored the Father and they dishonored Christ and the Father. John 8:50-51 (NASB). Jesus is the door (John 10:9), the entrance into the Kingdom of God. Unique to the Gospel of John are seven statements Jesus begins by saying “I am.” The phrase “I am” reflects Exodus 3:14, where God introduces himself Copyright © Like The Master Ministries. As we come to better understand the deity of Christ, we will increase our understanding and desire to look to Him as our divine Savior and His complete sufficiency to meet our needs. 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