March 13, 2016
“I am the way, the truth, and the life.” Jesus claims to be the true revelation from the Father. No one comes to the Father except through Jesus, and He grants true life.
“I am the resurrection and the life.” Jesus claims to be the One who will raise all who believe in Him from physical death to everlasting life.
“I am the true vine.” Jesus claims to be the True Israel, the planting of the Lord. Jesus is the True Vine, and His people are the branches.
“I am the good shepherd.” Jesus claims to be One with God, leading the lost sheep to the Father. He is the Shepherd of Israel.