John 8:56 – Jesus said, “Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day; and he saw it, and was glad”
This is Jesus’ answer to certain religious leaders. In their rush to react in emotional excitement they weren’t paying attention to what Jesus said so they concluded, “You are not yet fifty years old, and have you seen Abraham?” (v. 57). In response to their question Jesus made one of the most profound statements about His deity. “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was born, I AM” (v. 58).
Who is this man? Is He God? Who is this “I AM”? Who is Jesus Christ? Make no mistake Jesus was claiming to have existed before the Jewish patriarch Abraham was born. He was claiming an eternal preexistence. “Before Abraham was born, I am.”
When Jesus forgave sins, He was well aware that He was claiming to do what only Jehovah can do. As God, He claimed to be able to send the Holy Spirit of God to indwell His followers.
Ultimately your response to the question “Who is Jesus Christ?” determines where you will spend eternity. If Jesus is God, He has a right to my allegiance. If not I can well afford to pay no attention to Him. But what if Jesus really is God? Then you cannot afford to be indifferent. He did not leave us with that option. If it is self you may gain the whole world, but you will lose your own soul in hell. Just respond!
It’s a brand new day! Keep enjoying Kharis!
Pastor Josh Laryea