Light of the World

 Guest Blog by Gary Riedel

S - SCRIPTURE: John 8:12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

O - OBSERVATION: This happens immediately after Jesus said to the woman caught in adultery, “neither do I condemn you, go and sin no more!” Jesus has so much to give us; He gives us forgiveness, life and salvation, and that is actually another way of saying “the light of the world.” The prince of darkness and sin is the devil, but Jesus is the answer to overcome the devil and his evil schemes. John 1:4,5 In Him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. Jesus has defeated Satan and the “Light of the World” shall always reign supreme!

A - APPLICATION: What a great comfort and inspiration that is for all of us! This world can be a dark and lonely place but with Jesus the darkness always loses. I’m reminded of the old Hymn: “Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in His wonderful face, and the things of this world will go strangely dim, in the Light of His Glory and Grace!” So very beautiful and so very true! When your world grows a little dim and dark, remember, by His very own definition, Jesus is the Light of the World!! That should always bring comfort and the peace that passes all understanding!

P - PRAYER: Gracious Father, thank You for sending Your only Son, “The Light of the World” to overpower the darkness and consequences of sin. Thank You for this beautiful Season when we prepare for the celebration of the birth of Jesus!  In His Name we pray, Amen

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