Light of Jesus Christ means an exposure to truth and deliverance from bondage of confusion. Before the arrival of Jesus Christ there was a thick darkness filled with confusion in the spiritual realm of the world which affects the progress of the great people. But, the light of Jesus Christ had changed the narration now.
Today’s message emphasizes the significance of the light of Jesus Christ and how to benefit from it.
Functions of the Light of Jesus Christ
1. Gives spiritual sight and you also find it easy to identify and understand the power of spiritual darkness cast by the devil into the world.
2. It enhances the process of repentance from sins because you can see and understand the repercussions of staying too long in sin.
3. It gives a healthy spiritual growth because you don’t keep stumbling and perambulating on your spiritual journey in life.
4. Light of Jesus Christ takes away confusion from your life because Holy Spirit makes you to see and understand the aftermath of every decision you take.
5. It becomes impossible for the devil or demons to occupy your heart because the beam of the light of Jesus Christ consumes impurity.
How to Receive the Light of Christ
1. Readiness to forsake worldliness and to obey every instruction of Jesus Christ.
2. Personal Bible Study with an open heart of obedience to the Holy Spirit.
3. Strong prayerful life; seeking to see His Face every day and night.
4. Fasting and taking away distractions that hinder personal fellowship with the LORD.
5. The light of Christ beams through you as you forsake sins and practice holiness every day.
What Does the Bible Say about Light of the World?
1. John chapter 8 verse 12
“Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.””
2. John chapter 9 verse 5
“As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”
3. John chapter 1 verse 4
“In Him was life, and the life was the light of men.”
4. Second Corinthians chapter 4 verse 6
“For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.”
5. Matthew chapter 5:14-16
“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”
6. First John chapter 1 verse 5
“This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all.”
7. Philippians chapter 2 verse 14 and 15
“Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world.”
What Does Live in the Light of Jesus Christ Mean?
1. To be helpful to your neighbours.
2. Share the Good News of Jesus Christ both on media and the neighbourhood.
3. Visit the prison to encourage the prisoners on the right path to follow.
4. Check on the sick to pray for them and share the love of Christ with them.
5. Go with gifts to the homes of the orphanage and sing gospel rhymes with the children.
6. Don’t cheat in school and stay away from corruption at your place of work.
7. Light of Jesus Christ means to live a righteous life according to God’s commandment.
Take a firm decision today to follow Jesus with all your heart and with all your strength. This would give you a permanent deliverance from spiritual darkness, confusion and oppression of the devil.
God Bless you as you make a fruitful turnaround in Jesus’ name.