Judges 18 & 19, John 8: 12-30, Psalm 78: 40-55
John 8: 12 (ESV)
“Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the
world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of
life.”
In verse 8 from John 8 Jesus was again teaching in the
temple courts during the Feast of Tabernacles (booths) and told the crowd, “I
am the light of the world.” Jesus then says if you follow him, you will not walk
in darkness but you will have the light of life. The authors of a Bible Study I
read wrote that “light” means guidance and truth, but also eternal life. Jesus
serves as an external guide, but he is also the source who will sustain a
believer in their spiritual life. Jesus’ role in the world is to reveal truth,
guide humanity, and dispel spiritual darkness in his followers. Following Jesus
means you need to believe in his teachings which will lead to a life that is illuminated
by his truth and presence. Jesus teaches us to choose the path of righteousness
and truth in life, and when we do that our life will be abundant and eternal. If
you are a follower of Jesus, you need to make conscious choices and decisions
that reflect your faith and commitment to Christ. For me, Jesus has always represented the light
in the darkness of my life. As long as I follow the teachings of Jesus Christ,
my life is filled with light and life.
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