The Light | Advent Day 16
Daily Scripture Reading: Isaiah 9:2
Christmas is a season of light! You see lights on your Christmas tree, candles burning, and lights hanging all around the church. But imagine, what would the Christmas season look like without light? It might feel cold, dark, and lonely.
This imagery reflects the spiritual condition of Israel during their exile, as shared by Isaiah. Their disobedience led them into a place of spiritual darkness without Christ. Yet, Isaiah’s prophecy is one of hope, declaring that they would not remain in darkness forever.
Christ was born into the world and brought the light with Him. In John 8:12, Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” This is the true meaning of Christmas. Jesus is the reason we have joy and hope. Most of all, He is the light of the world, guiding us out of darkness and into His marvelous light!
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for sending us your son, Jesus Christ, to be the light of the world. We thank you for taking us out of the darkness and bringing us into your light. Lord, I pray each light we see reminds us of your most precious gift. I pray that we will follow you with obedience and trust. Lord, fll us with your spirit as we embrace this holiday season. It’s in your Holy name and the reason we celebrate. Amen.