indeed die in your sins” (see 8:24)? One of the key words in John’s gospel is life, used at least thirty-six times; and the seven I AM statements all relate to John’s theme of spiritual life in Christ. Jesus called Himself “the bread of life” (6:35, 48, see also verses 51, 58) and “the light of life” (8:12). Through the Word we can “feed” on Him and follow Him and experience this promised life. He is the door (gate) of the sheep that enables us to “go in and out” and enjoy freedom and abundant life (see