And Jesus Said

Tyler Jordan, Children’s Pastor Texts: John; Exodus 3; Selected Psalms In this Scripture-rich message, Children’s Pastor Tyler Jordan walks through the powerful “I Am” statements of Jesus in the Gospel of John, showing how Christ reveals His divine identity, character, and promises through His own words. Drawing deep connections between John’s Gospel, Exodus 3, and the Psalms, this sermon invites listeners to reflect on the weight, beauty, and authority of the name of God. The message begins with God’s self-revelation to Moses—“I AM WHO I AM” (Exodus 3:14)—and shows how that same divine name carries forward when Jesus declares, “I am”. These statements are not metaphors alone; they are declarations of deity. When Jesus says “I am,” He is revealing Himself as the eternal God who was, who is, and who will be forever. Tyler carefully walks through each of the major I Am statements in John, including: • I Am the Bread of Life (John 6:35, 48, 51) • I Am the Light of the World (John 8:12; 9:5) • I Am the Door (John 10:7–9) • I Am the Good Shepherd (John 10:11–16) • I Am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25–26) • I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6) • I Am the True Vine (John 15:1–5) Each declaration is paired with supporting Psalms—such as Psalm 14, 19, 23, 25, 30, 80, 95, 119, and others—showing how the Old Testament consistently points forward to Christ and finds its fulfillment in Him. The sermon highlights the power of God’s name, reminding listeners that when Jesus speaks, storms calm, blindness is healed, soldiers fall back, and sinners are called to life. These truths are not only theological but deeply personal: Jesus feeds, guides, protects, restores, leads, gives life, and produces fruit in those who abide in Him. Throughout the message, listeners are encouraged to examine their hearts: Are we feeding on the Bread of Life? Are we walking in the Light? Are we listening for the Shepherd’s voice? Are we abiding in the True Vine? The message culminates with Jesus’ unmistakable declaration of deity: “Before Abraham was, I AM” (John 8:58). This is a call to reverence, worship, trust, and obedience—because when Jesus says “I am,” He means it. A rich, Christ-centered sermon calling believers to know Jesus more fully, trust Him more deeply, and live in light of who He truly is.