More Than Just a Story - the Book of JohnSample

You know that feeling when you're fumbling around in the dark, hands outstretched, searching, and you finally find the light switch? That wave of relief that washes over you when everything suddenly comes into focus? That’s exactly what Jesus was getting at when He said, "I am the light of the world."

Picture it like this—Jesus is at the temple, surrounded by religious leaders who think they’ve got everything figured out. Then, He declares that He is the one who can bring light into our lives. Pretty bold, right? Even as these leaders try to discredit Him, questioning His words and authority, Jesus remains completely unshaken. He doesn’t get defensive or flustered. He stands firm, calm, and unwavering because He knows exactly who He is and why He’s here.

What strikes me most is how Jesus describes His relationship with God—it’s not some rigid, rule-driven system. It’s natural, effortless. His relationship with God isn’t complicated or formal. He simply and naturally does what pleases His Father.

Where in your life do you feel like you're fumbling in the dark, and how might Jesus be inviting you to let Him be your light in that situation?

Jesus remained calm and confident in His identity, even when others questioned Him. In what ways do you struggle with confidence in who God says you are, and how can you grow in that assurance?

Jesus’ relationship with God was marked by love and trust rather than rigid obligation. How can you shift your perspective from simply following rules to joyfully walking in step with God’s heart?