Scripture

“I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness because you will have the light that leads to life.”

Observation

Jesus continues to teach the people. He says He is the light of the world, but the Pharisees say His testimony about Himself is not valid. Jesus says His Father testifies about Him also, so there are two witnesses- Jesus and the Father.

The Pharisees say they don’t know His Father, not realising that He is talking about God.

Application

Jesus is the light of the world. He brings knowledge of the grace of God to all who will receive it.

Light is the source of nearly all life on earth- without light there are no plants. Even people need exposure to sunlight to produce Vitamin D. Jesus came to bring abundant life to the world. Without Him, we live ghostly, miserable existences that lead to hell.

Light brings knowledge and interaction with our environment. We use sight as our main source of knowledge in the world. Jesus brings us true knowledge about eternity and salvation.

Light brings safety. Crime plummets in areas where there is adequate street lighting. The people of darkness don’t like the light to expose their deeds. Jesus protects us from the deeds of satan, the prince of darkness.

Light cleanses and purifies. Sunlight kills germs in clothing. Ultraviolet light is often used to purify drinking water. Jesus cleanses sin from our lives, removing the desire to sin as well as the results of sin.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, you are the light of the world. Come and light up my life, purify my heart and make me like you. Amen.