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- According to Matthew 5:14-16, Jesus Christ teaches us to be a light of the world, illuminating the darkness and bringing hope to those around us. Our Christian identity is not just about attending church or reciting prayers, but living as a beacon of love, kindness, and grace.
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Mar 13, 2023 · Answer. “I am the Light of the world” ( John 8:12) is the second of seven “ I AM ” declarations of Jesus, recorded only in John’s gospel, that point to His unique divine identity and purpose. In declaring Himself to be the Light of the world, Jesus was claiming that He is the exclusive source of spiritual light.
John 12:46. Verse Concepts. I have come as Light into the world, so that everyone who believes in Me will not remain in darkness. John 3:19. Verse Concepts. This is the judgment, that the Light has come into the world, and men loved the darkness rather than the Light, for their deeds were evil. John 1:9. Verse Concepts.
- John 8:12 ESV / 88 helpful votes. 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.”
- John 12:46 ESV / 56 helpful votes. I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness.
- Matthew 5:16 ESV / 44 helpful votes. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
- 2 Corinthians 4:6 ESV / 40 helpful votes. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
So Jesus said to them, “The light is among you for a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you. The one who walks in the darkness does not know where he is going. While you have the light, believe in the light, that you may become sons of light.”
John 8:12-30. Evangelical Heritage Version. Jesus Is the Light of the World. 12 When Jesus spoke to them again, he said, “I am the Light of the World. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” 13 So the Pharisees said to him, “You testify about yourself. Your testimony is not valid.”
Nov 30, 2023 · “God is light,” says 1 John 1:5. Light is a common metaphor in the Bible. Proverbs 4:18 symbolizes righteousness as the “morning sun.” Philippians 2:15 likens God’s children who are “blameless and pure” to shining stars in the sky. Jesus used light as a picture of good works: “Let your light shine before others, that they may ...
