Gospel
Seven readings in John where Jesus says who he is, ending in the garden.
John 6:35
After the feeding of the crowd, Jesus says he is the bread that gives life.
John 8:12
At the Feast of Tabernacles, Jesus says he is the light, and “before Abraham was, I am.”
John 10:11
Jesus is the gate of the sheep and the shepherd who lays down his life.
John 11:25
Standing at a grave, Jesus claims a life that death does not end.
John 14:6
On the night he is betrayed, Jesus tells the disciples where he is going.
John 18:5
When the soldiers come, Jesus answers with the name that throws them back.