Before Abraham Was, I AM

Jesus' debate with the Pharisees serves to reveal character: both His character as the sinless son of God who came to save sinners, as well as the evil and murderous character of His Jewish opponents. The debate also reveals the central aspect of the gospel, eternal life, as well as the deity of Christ as the son of God, and finally the judgment of the light of the world that falls on those who turn away from Him.