Before Abraham Was, I AM
John 8:48–59
The religious leaders were furious. Not because Jesus performed miracles — but because He claimed equality with God. They called Him demon-possessed, but He spoke eternal truth:
“Before Abraham was, I AM.”
This wasn’t metaphorical. Jesus used the sacred name God revealed to Moses in Exodus 3:14. His declaration cut through their tradition, identity, and pride.
💡 Devotional Insight:
Sometimes, the greatest opposition to the truth comes from those most convinced they already know it. Jesus stood in front of people who studied Scripture daily, but their hearts were hard. They honored Abraham but couldn’t recognize the God Abraham rejoiced to see.
Are we ever guilty of the same? Clinging to what we’ve known, while rejecting the Living Word standing before us?
“Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM.” (v. 58)
Jesus isn’t just part of our past. He’s eternal. Present. Active. And He still confronts the pride that keeps us blind.
📝 Journal Prompts:
Am I honoring tradition more than truth?
Have I created an image of God that fits my comfort rather than His Word?
How can I allow Jesus — the I AM — to be Lord over every area of my life today?
🙏 Closing Prayer:
Lord Jesus, You are not limited by time, tradition, or my understanding. Forgive me for the moments I’ve missed Your presence because I expected You to look or speak a certain way. Let me not cling to religious identity without relationship. You are I AM — yesterday, today, and forever. Open my eyes to see You rightly.
In Your name, Amen.
