I Am the Light

Big Idea: A little light brings a lot of hope.

Get To Know Your Group:  What is something you hate doing? Why?

Sermon Questions:

  1. Why do you think Jesus chose to declare “I am the light of the world” right after forgiving the adulterous woman?
  2. How does the law help us see our need for grace?
  3. 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.