0166. 163. Christ’s “I Speak” in John’s Gospel

163. Christ’s “I Speak” in John’s Gospel

1. The Claim of Deity. “I that speak unto thee am” (Joh_4:26; “He” is in italics). He is the Jehovah, the great “I am.” He speaks.

2. The Claim of Inspiration. “The words that I speak… are spirit and life” (Joh_6:63).

3. The Promise of Knowledge. “If any man will do His will, he shall know… I speak” (Joh_7:17).

4. The Revelation of Truth. “I speak to the world,” etc. (Joh_8:26).

5. The Obedient Son. “My Father hath taught Me, I speak” (Joh_8:28, Joh_8:38; Joh_12:49-50).

6. The Discriminating Lord. “I speak not of you all” (Joh_13:18).

7. The Absolute Authority. “Words which I speak unto you,” etc. (Joh_14:10).

By: DR. F. E. MARSH