Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Jesus: The Light of the World

12 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 8:12

A. Jesus as the Light of the World

1. He exercises the illuminating power of manifestation: 1 Timothy 3:16

2. He exercises the illuminating power of guidance: Luke 1:78-79

3. He exercises the illuminating power of disclosure: Mark 9:2-6

4. He exercises the illuminating power of comfort: Psalm 16:11

B. Jesus as the Light of the World – Application

1. An invitation to seize: John 8:12, John 3:19-20

2. A condition to meet: John 8:12, Luke 14:25-33

3. A promised reward to enjoy: John 8:12, John 14:21, 1 John 1:7