Big Idea: A little light brings a lot of hope.
Get To Know Your Group: What is something you hate doing? Why?
Sermon Questions:
- Why do you think Jesus chose to declare “I am the light of the world” right after forgiving the adulterous woman?
- How does the law help us see our need for grace?
- In what ways are we sometimes like the Pharisees in the story—quick to accuse others but blind to our own sin?
Scripture Discussion Questions:
Read John 8:1–11
- Why did Jesus refuse to immediately answer the Pharisees' trap?
- What is the significance of Jesus writing on the ground?
- How does this passage highlight both truth and grace?
Read John 8:12
- What does it mean that Jesus is the “light of the world” rather than just “a” light?
- How does following Jesus ensure that we never walk in darkness?
- How can we reflect His light to others?
Read Ephesians 5:8
- What does it mean that we were once “darkness” rather than just “in” darkness?
- How should that identity shift impact the way we live now?
- How does living as “children of light” affect our relationships?
Prayer:
Jesus, Light of the World, shine into our shame and free us from darkness. Thank You for grace, not condemnation. Empower us to walk in Your light and hope. Amen.