I Am: The Light of the World

Sunday, April 6th, 2025

Please Read

  • John 8:12-20

Main Claim: In a world full of darkness, the light of life is found in Jesus

What does the claim mean?

  • Light here is a reference to Christ’s divinity

  • The Feast of Booths as an immediate context is not accidental and is directly tied to Jesus’ claim

Why does the claim matter?

  • Jesus is either truthful or a liar

  • If you are not following Jesus then you are walking in darkness

  • You can be walking in darkness even when you are devoted to religion

How can we respond?

  • Reject Jesus and live in the darkness of sin

  • You can accept Him and live in the light

  • You can reflect Him and be light in the world

Questions For Greater Discussion

  • Please read Exodus 13:17-22. What are some reasons we can say, Jesus is calling himself God through his statement about light?

  • Please read 1 John 1:5-10. How does the light of Christ dictate our actions and life decisions?

  • Please read Matthew 5:14-16. If light is from Christ, how do we practically “shine our light”? How does the presence of God transform our hearts?

  • Jason talked about the desensitization of darkness in our lives. What are some practical ways we can keep ourselves “walking in the light”?

  • Religiousity does not equal walking in the light. What are some ways you tend to trust in religious activity?

  • What are some ways we can shadow or stretch the truth? Why is truth such an important attribute of Christ and His followers?

  • Reflect on 2 Corinthians 4:6 together if you have time.

Pray and close it out!!