by Desiree Bustamante

Jesus is our only true light in a dark world.

“Jesus replied, ‘My light will shine for you just a little longer. Walk in the light while you can, so the darkness will not overtake you. Those who walk in the darkness cannot see where they are going. Put your trust in the light while there is still time; then you will become children of the light.’”
John 12: 35,36 New Living Translation

Just before these verses, Jesus had told a crowd that He would die soon. They were confused, because they heard that the Messiah would live forever and they questioned His words. He urged them to put their trust in the Light, and not in what the Pharisees were saying about Jesus. They were walking in the dark and not understanding that Jesus was the only way to eternal life.

Jesus no longer walks among us on this earth, but we have the Holy Spirit whose light points to the truth. There are so many influences that try to water down our faith and lure us into the darkness. We must be discerning about any thoughts or opinions that do not align with God’s words found in Scripture. We want our eyes to focus on the light of our Savior. In Him there is no fear of the dark, because when we choose to love and trust Him the darkness disappears.

Each day when you see a beautiful sunset, remember that Jesus came to end the world’s darkness, and one day He will return to take you, His child of light, home to live with Him forever!

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