Bryant Wright, Founder
“When Jesus spoke again to the people, He said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” John 8:12
Anne and I enjoy driving through neighborhoods at Christmas time, admiring all the lights people put out. Some homes are decorated simply and tastefully. Others are, well… a little more enthusiastic.
Every once in a while, we’ll come across a house so lit up you can see it from space, and Anne will say, “Now that one is really over the top!” And I’ll respond, “Bless their hearts.” That’s Southern language for politely saying, “Well… that’s ridiculous, and they don’t even know.”
But if you’re one of those folks with lights on every inch of your yard, I’ve got good news for you– you’re pointing to something bigger than you probably realize. Christmas lights are a beautiful reminder of why Jesus came in the first place.
The Bible tells us Jesus is the “Light of the world.” He came into a dark world to bring hope, truth, and life. When He arrived, God put on quite a light show of His own. Angels appeared to the shepherds in fields, shining with heavenly glory. A star lit the sky and led magi from the East (probably Persia) straight to the Savior. Light announced His coming then, and it still announces His coming today.
We decorate our homes with lights because deep down, we know this season is about brightness breaking through darkness. Joy overcoming sorrow. Hope defeating despair.
And that’s exactly what Jesus does in our lives.
When you feel overwhelmed… He is your Light.
When you don’t know which path to take… He is your Light.
When evil seems to overwhelm you… He is your Light.
So the next time you’re out driving around admiring Christmas lights, remember the origin of decorating our homes with lights – Jesus is the light of the world!
To move from spiritual darkness to light – put your trust in Jesus.
Because Christmas isn’t about glowing houses.
It’s about a glowing Savior.
DIG DEEPER:
Read “Time to Turn On the Light” also by Bryant Wright
