In this text, Jesus identified himself as the Light of the World, just as John’s gospel does in the opening verses of chapter one. But in Matthew’s gospel, in what is called The Sermon on the Mount, Jesus also called us “the light of the world.” We need to spend some time unpacking what this important metaphor means.
I Am the Light
March 24, 2024 • Pastor Peggy Brumfield • John 8:12, Matthew 5:14–16
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