The Light has Come

1. The light that breaks the darkness
2. The light that guides us
3. The light we are called to share

Reflection questions:

What are the implications of Christ’s light overcoming darkness for contemporary issues of moral and spiritual relativism?

How does the metaphor of light in John’s Gospel contrast with the concept of darkness, and what does this reveal about the nature of sin and redemption?

In what ways can believers embody the transformative power of Christ’s light in a society that often embraces moral ambiguity? How can the church collectively reflect the light of Christ to address injustices and societal darkness?

How does Jesus’ declaration in John 8:12 as the “Light of the World” function as a guiding principle for ethical decision-making in a pluralistic society?

How does the instruction in Matthew 5:14-16 to be the “light of the world” inform the mission of the church in contemporary society?

What are the ethical responsibilities of believers in reflecting the light of Christ within their professional and personal spheres?

What does it look like for you to reflect the light of Christ through your words, deeds, and love? In what ways have you failed at this? In what ways have you been successful?

What specific things can you do to grow in these areas?

How can the church effectively engage in cultural dialogues to illuminate the light of Christ in areas of social and moral contention?