A Visionary View Of The Seven "i Am" Statements Of Jesus (Full Sermon) Series

We, the believers, are like branches connected to this Vine. The root is unseen, and our life is hidden with Christ. He sustains us, providing us with nourishment and support. Just as branches of a vine, though many, all connect at the root, real Christians, even if they are physically distant or have different opinions, are united in Christ.

Believers are like vine branches, often weak and unable to stand on their own.

God the Father is like the caretaker of the vineyard, watching over His church with great wisdom and care.

Our purpose is to be fruitful. Just as we expect grapes from a vine, we should expect a Christ-like character, disposition, and way of life from a Christian. This glorifies God.

Those who remain unfruitful will be removed, and even fruitful branches require pruning. Christ has promised to aid in the sanctification of believers.

The word of Christ applies to all believers, and it possesses a cleansing power.

It produces grace and eliminates corruption.

The more fruitful we are, the more we abound in goodness, bringing greater glory to our Lord.

To be fruitful, we must remain in Christ, maintaining a connection through faith.

It is crucial for all disciples of Christ to continually depend on Him and maintain communion with Him.

Real Christians know from experience that any interruption in their faith weakens their holiness, revives their sinful tendencies, and diminishes their comfort.

Those who do not remain in Christ, despite outward appearances, will ultimately wither away.

For withered branches, the fire is the only fitting place, as they serve no other purpose.

Let us seek to live simply by relying on the fullness of Christ and to become more fruitful in every good word and deed.

This way, our joy in Him and His salvation will be complete.

This "I Am" statement emphasizes the vital and transformative connection between Christ and His followers.

Applying the "I Am" Statements to Our Lives

In conclusion, these "I Am" statements of Jesus are more than mere declarations; they are profound revelations of His divine nature and purpose.

They invite us to experience Christ in transformative ways and to share in the blessings He offers.

We should allow these "I Am" statements, to shape our faith and walk with our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

Some questions to us reflect on:

Are we coming to Jesus, the Bread of Life, for spiritual nourishment?

Are we following Jesus, the Light of the World, to walk in His illuminating truth?

Are we entering through Jesus, the Door, to find salvation and abundance?

Are we trusting Jesus, the Good Shepherd, for guidance, protection, and provision?

Are we believing in Jesus, the Resurrection and the Life, for the hope of eternal life?

Are we walking with Jesus, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, to find our way to the Father?

Are we abiding in Jesus, the Vine, to produce fruit that honours God?

Call to Action:

As we leave this place today, let us carry these "I Am" statements of Jesus in our hearts.