The Light of Life
Key Verse: "Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life," John 8:12
Has the world ever seemed as dark as it is today? With all of the economical, political, and personal problems that people face today, not many people would say that the world has ever been as dark as it is today! We are faced with economical problems of global proportions, terrorist threats which could explode anywhere, moral disintegration in our younger generation, and a refusal to turn to God for answers.
There are too many Christians out there that are scared to stand up for what they believe knowing that they will be ridiculed. From personal experience, I know that it is hard to stand up for what you believe in, but trust me, one day you might change someone else's mind about God. One of the best ways to lead people to Christ is live a Christ-like life. Be strong in your faith and you would be amazed at how many people you could turn towards God by living like Christ did.
Even in Jesus' day there were dark things. Jesus spoke plainly, "I am the light of the world" (John 8:12). He had the answer to all their problems if they would only follow Him. His answer to them was, "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light" (Matthew 11:28-30).
How often do we hear Sunday School teachers and pastors encourage us to take time each day to pray and to study the Bible? Believing in Jesus, praying daily, and studying His Word is what gives us the "light of life", which Christ offers to all those who walk with Him. We cheat ourselves and others out of many blessings when we do not live Christ-like. Don't rob yourself of great blessings, live your life to the fullest loving Christ every step of the way!
Living It: Christ has the answer to every problem the world faces. Follow Him.