The Light (John 1:4-5, Isa. 9:2)

In the book of Isaiah it says “The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine.”  This was a prophecy about the Messiah who would come.  The nation of Israel was given hope in a very dark time that the Savior would come and light the way. We often see hope as something uncertain—a wish for better days ahead. But biblical hope is different. It’s not a wish; it’s a confident expectation rooted in the promises of God. And just as Isaiah promised light for those in darkness, Jesus declares in John 8:12: "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." Are you or someone you love in a dark time and searching for light at the end of the tunnel?  Today, pray for God to remind you of all the ways he has fulfilled His promises and ask Him to shine a light on all the ways He has shown up in your life.  Ask Him to help you or someone you love to HOPE in HIM.

Song for today: Light of the World by Lauren Dangle