“I am the bread of life.”
Jesus was born in Bethlehem,
which means “house of
bread.”
“I am the light of the world.”
Jesus was born under the light of the star of Bethlehem.
“I am the door of the sheep.”
The doors of the guest house were closed to Mary and
Joseph, but the gate to the stable was open.
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for
the sheep.”
Baby Jesus was sought by shepherds looking for a baby
wrapped in swaddling bands (used for birth or burial),
and lying in a manger.
“I am the resurrection and the life.”
Jesus survived King Herod’s attempt to kill Him.
“I am the way, the truth, and the life.”
Wise men found their way to Him, recognized the truth
about Him, and defied King Herod’s evil plot.
“I am the true vine.”
Jesus was born in Bethlehem Ephrathah, which means
“fruitful.”