The Light

Watch here! Scripture: John 1:4-5 Big Idea: During dark times, step into the light. 1. Light illuminates. 2. Light gives life. 3. Light guides during uncertainty. 4. Light gives hope. 5. Light gives me a clean start. Questions [Icebreaker] Do you have any traditions about lights during the Christmas season? Do you go anywhere to see lights or decorations? Read John 1:1-13 for questions 2-4 In this passage Jesus is constantly being referred to as light. Why is Jesus called light? What qualities/attributes of Jesus compare to light? What is the “darkness” mentioned twice in John 1:5? In John 1:10-11 people resist and hide from the light. Why is this a common human tendency? What examples do you see of this in our world? What have been some “dark days” in your life? Share as you feel comfortable. How has Jesus been like a light to you during dark times? Of all the ways Jesus is light (see main points), which way do you need Jesus most today? What opportunities do we have to be light to others during this season?