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Title: The Great I AM
Date: Sep 26, 2008
Topic(s): God/Jesus
Scripture: Revelation 1:18, Matthew 16:16, John 10:9, Exodus 3:14, John 14:6, John 10:14, John 10:7, John 8:12, John 10:11, John 10:36, John 15:1, John 6:51, John 6:41

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When God commissioned Moses to return to Egypt and free the Israelites, one of Moses questions was, "Who shall I say sent me?"

And God's response was, "Say this to the people of Israel, 'I AM has sent me to you.'" (Exodus 3:14, ESV).

While scholars disagree about the exact meaning of these words, one of the best explanations says that God meant, "I am whatever you need me to be." That is, I am whatever you need for the tremendous challenges ahead of you.

In the New Testament, Jesus puts a little more flesh on this statement and at the same time stakes His claim to Godhood. As God declared Himself to be the "I AM" God to Moses, Jesus does the same for you and me. Let's take a look at these "I AM" statements.

What Does God Say?

Read the following verses that contain one or more "I Am" statements. After each verse, write down the "I AM" statement and indicate how this impacts your life.

• John 6:41
• John 8:12
• John 10: 7
• John 10: 11, 14
• John 10:36
• John 14:6 (three "I AM" statements)
• John 15:1
• John 18:37

My Thoughts

We live in challenging times. Gas prices are up; people are losing their homes because they can't pay the mortgages; loved ones are losing their lives in a war in the Middle East--the world seems out of control.

More than ever, we need to have the assurance that Jesus truly is the "I AM" God. Whatever we need, He can provide.

My Part

Look back over the "I AM" statements above. Select one that speaks to a special need that you have. Memorize it. And when that need seems ready to overwhelm you, use it to remind yourself that your God is the great I AM.

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