Lord Jesus Christ Is The Light of The World

Hallelujah ... John 8:12 – Jesus Christ, the Light of the World Summary Jesus identifies himself as the light of the world that gives "the light of life" to whomever follows him. Analysis Jesus says, "I am the light of the world." This is one of the seven "I am" sayings in John's Gospel. Since the expression "I am" recalls the name of God, who is the "I Am" (Exodus 3:14), these sayings emphasize that Jesus is God's Word in the flesh. The image of light occurs frequently in John's Gospel, identifying Jesus as a light coming into a darkened world (1:5; 3:19-21; 9:5; 12:35-36). Light has several dimensions. First, light was used for teachers, who enlightened people by instructing them. This is also true of Jesus, who teaches others and reveals the truth about God and people. Second, light is an image for God's servant or Messiah. As the light of the world, Jesus is the Messiah who fulfills God's promises (see Isaiah 9...