Genesis 17:3-9 / John 8:51-59
In the Bible, the most profound name of God is spelt with four letters – YHWH.
That name cannot be pronounced without vowels, and it is also not to be pronounced because it is a sacred name.
Moses asked God what is His name so that he can tell the people the name of God who is calling the people out of Egypt.
God told Moses to tell the people this name: I Am
It is a rather mystical and mysterious name, but that is how God wants to be known to His people.
But it is also a name to be used with reverence and respect.
So, when Jesus says this “I tell you most solemnly, before Abraham ever was, I Am”, the people reacted violently as they picked up stones to throw at Jesus.
Jesus was telling the people that His name is “I Am”, and, in effect, telling the people that He is God.
The people cannot accept that, because for them, no human being can ever be God.
But we believe that Jesus is divine, He is God.
We must also use the name of Jesus with reverence and with respect.
The name “Jesus” means “God saves” or “God is salvation”.
Let us call upon Jesus to forgive our sins and save us, and we will see the signs and wonders of His love for us.