The statements are sometimes emphasized more than once, but in total, Jesus declared himself to be "I Am" seven times ...

Moreover, Jesus, concluding His teaching with “I am”— and earlier, in verse 12 saying, "I am the light of the world.

And with a little help, I will, too. A version of this story appeared in the Dec 24, 2021-Jan 6, 2022 print issue under the headline: What I am learning from 'God’s First Bible'.

When Jesus asked, “Who do you say I am?” the question contained the answer with two powerful words —“I am” — the key to His identity. In Vol. 21, the meaning of “I Am” is discussed ...