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John 8:12-30
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<h4 style="font-size: 21px;">John 8:12-30</h4><br> <p style="font-size: 18px;">"Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.' So the Pharisees said to him, 'You are bearing witness about yourself; your testimony is not true.' Jesus answered, 'Even if I do bear witness about myself, my testimony is true, for I know where I came from and where I am going, but you do not know where I come from or where I am going. You judge according to the flesh; I judge no one. Yet even if I do judge, my judgment is true, for it is not I alone who judge, but I and the Father who sent me. In your Law it is written that the testimony of two people is true. I am the one who bears witness about myself, and the Father who sent me bears witness about me.' They said to him therefore, 'Where is your Father?' Jesus answered, 'You know neither me nor my Father. If you knew me, you would know my Father also.' These words he spoke in the treasury, as he taught in the temple; but no one arrested him, because his hour had not yet come.</p> <p style="font-size: 18px;">So he said to them again, 'I am going away, and you will seek me, and you will die in your sin. Where I am going, you cannot come.' So the Jews said, 'Will he kill himself, since he says, "Where I am going, you cannot come"?' He said to them, 'You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world. I told you that you would die in your sins, for unless you believe that I am he you will die in your sins.' So they said to him, 'Who are you?' Jesus said to them, 'Just what I have been telling you from the beginning. I have much to say about you and much to judge, but he who sent me is true, and I declare to the world what I have heard from him.' They did not understand that he had been speaking to them about the Father. So Jesus said to them, 'When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am he, and that I do nothing on my own authority, but speak just as the Father taught me. And he who sent me is with me. He has not left me alone, for I always do the things that are pleasing to him.' As he was saying these things, many believed in him." (John 8:12-30 ESV)</p><br> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">The Light of the World</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">Jesus declares Himself to be the "light of the world" (v. 12), a profound statement that connects to the theme of spiritual illumination and life. In contrast to the darkness of sin and the world, Jesus offers light and life to all who follow Him. This light is not merely a metaphor; it is the spiritual truth and righteousness that shines into the hearts of those who believe. Jesus promises that those who follow Him will never walk in darkness but will have the "light of life." This speaks to the transformative power of the gospel, which brings people out of spiritual blindness and into the light of God's truth.</p> <p style="font-size: 18px;">To follow Jesus is to walk in the light of His truth and to live under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This light reveals the path to God and helps us navigate a world filled with moral and spiritual darkness. Without Christ, we are lost, but through His light, we are led into eternal life and a deeper relationship with God. The Holy Spirit works within us, illuminating our minds to understand the Word of God and applying its truths to our lives.</p> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">Scriptures to Study:</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">John 1:4-5, Isaiah 9:2, Psalm 27:1, Ephesians 5:8</p><br> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">Jesus and the Father’s Testimony</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">The Pharisees challenge Jesus' authority by claiming that His testimony about Himself cannot be valid (v. 13). However, Jesus asserts that His testimony is true because He knows both His origin and His destiny—He came from the Father and will return to the Father. Jesus also highlights that His judgments are not based on mere human standards ("according to the flesh") but are in perfect alignment with the Father’s will. In this passage, Jesus points out that the Father bears witness about Him, fulfilling the requirement of two witnesses under Jewish law (v. 17-18).</p> <p style="font-size: 18px;">This interaction reveals the unity between Jesus and the Father. Jesus speaks on behalf of the Father, and His words carry divine authority. The Pharisees, blinded by their earthly perspective, fail to recognize the divine testimony that stands before them. For disciples of Christ, this reinforces the importance of knowing God personally. To know Jesus is to know the Father, and through the Holy Spirit, we are able to understand and receive this truth.</p> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">Scriptures to Study:</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">John 5:31-37, John 14:6-7, Deuteronomy 19:15, 1 John 5:9-12</p><br> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">The Urgency of Believing in Christ</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">Jesus issues a solemn warning to those who reject Him: "You will die in your sins" unless they believe that He is the Messiah (v. 24). The spiritual stakes are high—eternal separation from God for those who refuse to accept Christ’s identity and mission. The Pharisees’ confusion over His words ("Will he kill himself?" v. 22) reflects their misunderstanding of both His heavenly origin and the gravity of their unbelief. Jesus contrasts their earthly mindset with His divine mission: "You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world" (v. 23).</p> <p style="font-size: 18px;">Jesus' statement here challenges us to recognize the urgency of belief. Our eternal destiny hinges on our response to Him. Belief in Christ brings forgiveness of sins and eternal life, but rejecting Him results in spiritual death. As disciples, we are called to share this life-saving truth with others, always depending on the Holy Spirit to convict hearts and draw people to the light of Christ.</p> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">Scriptures to Study:</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">John 3:16-18, Romans 6:23, 1 John 5:11-13, 2 Peter 3:9</p><br> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">The Cross: The Ultimate Revelation of Christ</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">In verse 28, Jesus says, "When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am he." The phrase "lifted up" refers to Jesus’ crucifixion, the moment when He would be revealed most clearly as the Savior and the Son of God. The cross becomes the ultimate demonstration of God's love and justice, and it is through Jesus' sacrifice that the truth of His identity is fully revealed. Even those who doubted Him would ultimately see His glory through His death and resurrection.</p> <p style="font-size: 18px;">Jesus’ obedience to the Father is central to His mission. "I do nothing on my own authority, but speak just as the Father taught me" (v. 28). This highlights His perfect submission to the Father's will, a model for us as we seek to live in obedience to God. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we are called to follow Christ’s example, trusting in God's plan and walking in His will.</p> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">Scriptures to Study:</h4> <p style="font-size: 18px;">John 12:32-33, Philippians 2:8, Isaiah 52:13-15, Hebrews 12:2</p><br> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">Summary of Key Points</h4> <ul style="font-size: 18px;"> <li><b>Jesus is the Light of the World</b> – He offers spiritual life and illumination to all who follow Him, leading them out of darkness.</li> <li><b>Jesus and the Father are united</b> – The Father testifies to Jesus’ divine mission and authority.</li> <li><b>Belief in Christ is urgent</b> – Eternal life depends on accepting Jesus as the Savior; rejecting Him leads to spiritual death.</li> <li><b>The Cross reveals Christ’s identity</b> – Jesus’ crucifixion is the ultimate revelation of His role as Savior and Son of God.</li> <li><b>Obedience to God is essential</b> – Jesus perfectly submitted to the Father’s will, and we are called to follow His example through the Holy Spirit's empowerment.</li> </ul><br> <h4 style="font-size: 18px;">Life Application Questions</h4> <ul style="font-size: 18px;"> <li>How does Jesus being the light of the world challenge the way you live and make decisions?</li> <li>In what ways can you deepen your understanding of Jesus' unity with the Father through prayer and study of Scripture?</li> <li>What steps can you take to ensure that you are fully trusting in Christ’s work on the cross for your salvation?</li> <li>How can the Holy Spirit help you live a life of obedience, following Christ’s example of submission to the Father?</li> </ul>
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