Reference

Exodus 25:31-40, John 8:12, 12:46, Matthew 5:14-16, Revelation 1:12-20, 2:5

BIG IDEA: Christ is the light of the world, so His people must shine by guiding others, bearing witness, and reflecting His glory.

 

THE LAMPSTAND–GUIDANCE AND WITNESS

  • God’s light is pure, constant, and carefully tended by His design, guiding us.
  • The lampstand bears witness so that God’s presence and truth can be seen.

 

JESUS AS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD

  • Jesus is the exclusive light that shines in darkness and gives life to all who follow Him.
  • Only those who walk in His light escape the darkness; every other claim is false.

 

THE CHURCH REFLECTS HIS LIGHT TO THE WORLD

  • Christ’s lampstands are the Church, called to shine publicly so others glorify the Father.
  • Christ holds His lampstands; any that stop shining risk being removed.