Then each week in your personal study time you will study one, or sometimes two, i am statement. Seven times in the gospel of john he uses the expression, i am. From gods conversation with moses to jesus claim to be the light of the world, wiersbe explores the i am statements in scripture to help you encounter god in the here and now. What are the seven i am statements of jesus in the gospel of. Many christians find themselves mired in past regrets or future fears, but the name of god itself reminds readers that god wants the. The i am statements of christ kindle edition by wiersbe, warren w download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. This will enhance your understanding of his i am statements, and youll gain greater insight. The seven i am statements in john grace thru faith. Jesus, i am, statements are not intended to be received as mere intellectual knowledge.
The seven i am statements of jesus in the book of john. The gospel of john gives us a marvelous and glorious picture of who jesus christ is through his seven i am claims. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading jesus in the present tense. Therefore, john chose to illustrate his points by using the i am statements of jesus to show who jesus was. By doing so, you can reflect on all he is to you, and what he freely gave so you can live forever with him. Tgc course the i am statements of jesus the gospel coalition. Statement 1 tells us that jesus is the one who spiritually sustains us.
I am the true vine, and my father is the vinedresser john 15. Hundreds of millions who claim to be christian assume they understand and therefore acceptbelieve. In statement 2 we learn that through him we gain spiritual understanding and wisdom for living. The i am statements of jesus paperback january 7, 2019 by w m henry author 4. In these statements and others, jesus reveals himself as the longexpected messiah, connecting himself to the provision and promises of god in the old testament. He focuses on seven of jesus miracles, to demonstrate his divinity. In this groundwork series we study jesus eight i am statements in the biblical book of john to discover the facets of god jesus shares with us, understand the.
What are the seven i am statements in johns gospel made by. 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. Wiersbe explores the i am statements of godfrom his burning bush conversation with moses, to his powerful reassurances to the israelites, to jesuss startling claim to be the light of the world. These statements of jesus, found in the book of john, are called the i am statements, and they recall the lord gods selfidentification in exodus 3. Jan 02, 2020 if jesus had merely wanted to say he existed before abrahams time, he would have said, before abraham, i was. I highly recommend this book for understanding and applying the i am sayings of jesus and the bonus chapters that also show how jesus makes all the.
Sep 26, 2017 the eight i am statements of jesus christ in the book of john. The seven i ams of jesus what christians want to know. These names jesus chose for himself throughout his ministry matter because they connect him to god. We of course know that jesus is the true bread, the bread from heaven. What are the seven i am statements in johns gospel made. Over the next few weeks we will be exploring some of the most astounding things jesus said about himself the i am statements of jesus. The statement and a miracle contribute to the understanding of the other. In this repetition we see the fullness of his character. If we neglect to abide in him, well shrivel up spiritually. What are the seven i am statements of jesus in the gospel.
When someone says, i am, it reveals something about their identity. In this threepart series, similar in style to our seven questions articles, we will analyze 14 statements made by jesus christ, found in the bible. John wrote his gospel to persuade people to believe in jesus 20. God had revealed himself to moses with a resounding i am. You have neither heard his voice at any time, nor seen his shape. In this chapter, jesus establishes a pattern that continues through johns gospel jesus makes a statement about who he is, and he backs it up with something he does. Out of the four gospel, three of them are synoptic gospels. These metaphorical statements often complement jesus miracles. Each statement gives us a glimpse into gods character and what. Jesus eight i am statements in the book of john youtube. There are nine to chose from, and you can take them at whatever pace suits your group. The first video session is an introduction to the series. Here are the seven metaphorical i am statements found in johns gospel.
They demonstrate both the eternal and the personal nature of god, all the while inviting us into relationship with him. The finding i am member book is designed to be used with lysa terkeursts finding i am dvd study. Jesus said to them, most assuredly, i say to you, before abraham was, i am. Seven i am statements of jesus in the book of john and the. He who comes to me shall never hunger, and he who believes in me shall never thirst. Through this interactive, indepth study we will be trading feelings of emptiness and depletion for the fullness of knowing who jesus is like never before. Be prayerful, dont rush it, take time to think and reflect. The difference between a great book and an ephemeral one lies in the fact that we read an ephemeral book once and never wish to.
Below is a list of jesus seven i am statements in the book of john. Then, jesus follows the words i am with a word picture to describe himself to those who are listening. The seven i am statements in john might best be understood as falling under and echoing this initial, ultimate claim of jesus. The word gospel means good news so the book of john contains the good news about jesuswho he is, why he came, and what he offers to those who trust in him. Like god, jesus was the embodiment of the things he pointed out. Finding i am member book 9781430053521 by lysa terkeurst. In this seven day study we will study the 7 signs of jesus, and the 7 i am statements of jesus, to demonstrate that john structured his book in a way that helps the reader see that jesus fulfills the ministry of. Seven i am statements of jesus in the book of john and. Without bread or rice, a meal would not seem like a meal. In this seven week life group series called i am jesus, we will explore these i am statements found in the gospel of john. What are the seven i am statements in the gospel of john.
He came into the world as the son of god, but his own in the face of accusations and threats from the enemy, people of divine purpose must boldly proclaim who they are, even as. Join lysa terkeurst on the streets of israel to explore the seven i am statements of jesus found in the gospel of john. In the book of exodus when moses was at the burning bush, god told him that he was i am. This phrase is important because it is one that god used to identify himself to moses, and the jews recognized it as a name for god. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty. We find the i am statements in the book of john, written by one of jesus disciples named john. What are the seven i am statements of jesus in the gospel of john. That means they have a common view when it comes to their books and. In the study we will spend time on each of the i am statements of jesus in the gospel of john. Jesus is the true vine, and when we abide in him, we bear much fruit. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The i am statements of christ by warren wiersbe jesus in the present tense. The i am statements of christ ebook 9780781405928 by warren w.
Its our job as parents, teachers, and pastors to make sure kids understand just how special he is the seven i am statements of christ from the book of john are our best teaching tool. The book of john is also called the gospel of john. Thus in those passages in johns gospel where jesus uses i am in an absolute sense. The seven i am statements of christ from the book of john are our best teaching tool. The statements are clear, poetic, and give kids insight into who jesus was and why it is of the utmost importance that they believe in him. No one comes to the father except through me john 14. The greek words translated was, in the case of abraham, and am, in the case of jesus, are quite different.
And the father himself, who sent me, has borne witness of me. Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups. Jesus i am statements are not intended to be received as mere intellectual knowledge. Apr 09, 2019 jesus is the true vine, and when we abide in him, we bear much fruit.
They follow signs and miracles and have major significance on his identity, deity and his death and resurrection. Here we see jesus posing the question of his identity to others, but does jesus say anything about himself. Through five weeks of personal study segments that coordinate with the six weeks of the dvd study, youll join lysa in israel to explore the seven i am statements of jesus found in the gospel of john. In the gospel of john, jesus offers eight word pictures to help understand his identity. All the ot and gods redemptive acts were pointing to the coming of jesus as the godinflesh, the true and better israel, and the fulfillment of all the ot types and shadows. These are called the i ams because each one of them starts with the same 2 words, i am.
The 7 i am statements of jesus explained faith island. The book of john contains seven significant moments where jesus reveals a part of his character using the phrase i am. In china i know you have a lot of rice, but you also have bread. A multimedia devotional series on the i am statements of jesus in the gospel of john curated by esteban shedd in partnership with streetlights bible. The eighth i am statement in johns gospel david bahn. To a world lost in darkness, christ offers himself as a guide. Jan 14, 2008 jesus completed the statement that was given to moses. Unique to the gospel of john are seven statements jesus begins by saying i am. The gospel of john is the only gospel that contains all seven of jesus i am statements, and each one is significant and had special meaning which only the jews could understand. J esus said i am the light of the world, and several other i am statements. May 06, 2016 in the gospel of john, an allimportant phrase, spoken by jesus, is repeated seven times. Sep 28, 2016 jesus said to him, i am the way, the truth, and the life.
Each i am is an echo of gods selfdisclosure to moses from the burning bush. The seven i am statements of jesus in johns gospel catholic link. Statement 3 explains that he has given us free and unlimited access to his kingdom. In the gospel of john are the seven great i am statements spoken by jesus. In summary, lets put each of these seven i am statements in capsule form. This book illuminates the i am statements of jesus, the underdog status from which he pronounced them and the reality of sonship he purchased for us with his own blood. I am statements of christ lesson pack teach sunday school. Wiersbe reminds you that god wants to meet you in the present. From the opening verses he declares that jesus is god, stressing his unique relationship with god the father. Aug 12, 2017 the other three i am statements in revelation group together very neatly, and they set the seal on the sheer scope of the i am claims of jesus.
Jesus always provides an explanatory statement with it, so there is no misunderstanding to its meaning and that it is clear to his listeners. Nov 09, 2018 below is a list of jesus seven i am statements in the book of john. The statements are clear, poetic, and give kids insight into who jesus was and why it. Nine sermonettes presented sunday morning september 10, 2017 at the church of jesus the christ ministries, 105 veronica ave. The seven i am statements of jesus in johns gospel find this and more great catholic infographics and quotes. Jesus asked this same question to his disciples about what others thought of him and then asked what they thought of him. Jesus i am statements would have particular significance to the firstcentury jewish listener. Jan 02, 2020 this second of jesus i am statements in johns gospel comes right before he heals a man born blind. Jesus said, i am the bread of life see my seven i am statements article here.
There are some questions included, but they are by no means exhaustive. Rather, they should motivate us to worship jesus for who he is. Seven i am statements of jesus book of john and the i am statement of revelation. Apr 10, 2020 this good friday, i encourage you to meditate on jesus i am statements in the book of john. There is another i am statement in the book of revelation, but. Mar 06, 2014 as i was reminded by my friend susan, the hebrew meaning of bethlehem is special, bet lehem means house of bread. Each statement gives us a glimpse into gods character and what hes like. This phrase is important because it is one that god used to identify himself to. The words chosen by the spirit make it clear that abraham was brought into being, but jesus existed.
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