JESUS

“The Light of the World”

John 8:12

 

The use of the word light  when referring to Jesus is full of meaning. John first introduced us to The Light  in 1:4-5, and develops the concept throughout the gospel. This morning we are going to consider Jesus as “The Light of the World”.

 

Jesus is The Light of the World

 

The I AM  claims of Jesus – John 8:12a;  8:56-58;  Exodus 3:13-15

 

 

Jesus is The Light  of the World – John 8:12a; 1:4-5, 9; 3:18-21

 

 

The World is full of Darkness

 

Darkness prevents us from seeing clearly – John 8:12b;  Ephesians 4:17-19

 

 

Satan tries to keep us in the dark – 2 Corinthians 4:4-6; 11:13-15

 

 

Jesus gives us the Light of Life

 

He shows us the right way to live – John 8:12c; 10:10

 

 

He guides us safely to Salvation – John 12:35-36; 14:6;  Mark 16:15-16