Week 3 | Day 3 | Passing on Light and Love

Command:

If you love me, obey my commands. John 14:15 (NIV)

Read:

Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” John 8:12 (NLT)

Reflect:

I was reminded of how light can extinguish darkness at the Christmas Eve service. It started with one candle and the light was passed from one person to the next. By the time everyone’s candle was lit, the room was full of light. There was no more darkness. Similarly, we can feel like we are surrounded by darkness and see no hope or future. Jesus is that hope and light in the darkness.  

There have been times in my life that I felt overwhelmed by sadness and despair. Several years ago, I lost several family members within a short amount of time, one of those being my father. It felt like I was alone in my despair, even though I was surrounded by family. I didn’t even feel like I could reach out to God.  

Two fellow coworkers provided my family with a meal. Nothing fancy, a bag salad, lasagna, and rolls. Our growth group dropped by a beautiful bouquet of white roses, with a touching note. The thoughtfulness behind their actions, brought encouragement, which led to a hope, that over time, I would feel less grief in my heart.  

When we are obedient to God’s word and follow Jesus’ example, we can make a difference in the world. People will see that we are different, because we are children of God.

React:

Can you reach out to someone that is hurting and offer them encouragement? If you are hurting, can you share with someone your situation so that you can be cared for.

Pray:

Lord, thank you that you sent your son to be the light of the world. Help me to be a light to others and to open to accepting kindness.