Light of the world

“When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”– John 8:12

Last Sunday night at Redefine we had a great evening with a paper aeroplane obstacle course and lots of other fun activities. We also continued looking at our theme leading up to Christmas that Jesus is the Light of the world.

We looked at the verse above taken from St John’s Gospel. The talk was centred around the idea that we do not stand stationary in our walk with Jesus. We follow Him as He is the light of the world, just like the Israelites during their days in the desert followed the pillar of fire (representing God’s presence) at night and the pillar of cloud by day, all in order to enter the promised land.

God was leading them someplace good and although the discipline needed to follow was not always easy it was worth it. The same goes for us in our following of Jesus as His disciples. Sometimes we want to stay put because it seems easier than trusting Jesus and following Him into the unknown, but following is always worth it for He is always leading us to better pastures. “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.” – Psalm 23:1-3

Thank you to all our faithful prayer supporters, please do keep on with the good work of upholding us in prayer.

Finally at this time of the year when it is getting darker, remember that Jesus, the Light of the world has come and He lights up our lives and the path ahead of us. Keep on following and you’ll be amazed at where the Good Shepherd leads you.

Be blessed!