Message-Based Study Guides

Main Idea     

Jesus is the light who leads us out of darkness to the path of true joy and satisfaction.

Starter     

What is one place you’ve always wanted to visit? Why?

Discuss 

What opportunities have you had to show or share the love of Jesus to someone recently?

Scripture  

Read John 7:37-38 and John 8:12. Then, discuss:  

• What do these passages show you about Jesus and what He wants for your life?
• In your own words, what does it mean for Jesus to be the light of the world?
• What is a source of joy or satisfaction you turn to rather than Jesus in your life?
• What is a way you have asked Jesus to bring light into your darkness recently?

Apply  

Pick someone to read Ephesians 1:15-23 as a prayer for your group. Then, break into prayer partners to discuss.

1. What is a way you need Jesus’ light in your life right now?
2. How can we pray for you this week? 
3. Who is someone in your life who is living in darkness that you want to find the light of Jesus?

Spend some time praying for Jesus’ light to shine in and through your life. Pray for people in darkness to find the light of Jesus through each other and our church family.  

Family Conversation Question 

This week, spend some time talking with your family (this could be your spouse, your kids, or your brothers and sisters in Christ) about the following question:  

• Do you have Jesus’ light in your life? If not, what’s holding you back?