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I AM…The Light of the World
In the second of seven self-descriptions, Jesus declares himself to be “the light of the world.” As with the first “I AM” statement, this one is an allusion to ancient Israel wandering through the wilderness under the leadership of Moses. At night they would follow a pillar of fire so they wouldn’t walk in darkness (Exodus 13:21). It is fitting that Jesus makes this statement in the temple courts during the Festival of Tabernacles, which commemorates Israel’s sojourn in the desert with a display of bright lights. Jesus is a better and eternal light: whoever follows him will never walk in darkness! And Jesus is a light, not just for Israel—he is the light of the world!
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Who did Jesus say he was? Seven times in the Gospel of John, Jesus declares “I AM,” and tells us his true identity. I AM…the bread of life…the light of the world…the gate for the sheep…the good shepherd…the resurrection and the life…the way, the truth and the life…the true vine. Content is adapted from Louie Giglio’s The Jesus Bible, encouraging you to encounter the living Jesus in all of Scripture.
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