2. Luke 1:78-79 (NLT) Because of God’s tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us, 79 to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, and to guide us to the path of peace.” Luke 1:78-79 (NLT) Because of God’s tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us, 79 to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, and to guide us to the path of peace.”

4. John 1:9 (NLT) The one who is the true light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. John 1:9 (NLT) The one who is the true light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the world.

6. John 8:12 (NLT) Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” John 8:12 (NLT) Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”

8. John 11:9-10 (NLT) Jesus replied, “There are twelve hours of daylight every day. During the day people can walk safely. They can see because they have the light of this world. 10 But at night there is danger of stumbling because they have no light.” John 11:9-10 (NLT) Jesus replied, “There are twelve hours of daylight every day. During the day people can walk safely. They can see because they have the light of this world. 10 But at night there is danger of stumbling because they have no light.”

10. 2 Corinthians 4:4 (NLT) Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News. They don’t understand this message about the glory of Christ, who is the exact likeness of God. 2 Corinthians 4:4 (NLT) Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News. They don’t understand this message about the glory of Christ, who is the exact likeness of God.

12. John 3:19-21 (NLT) 19 And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil. 20 All who do evil hate the light and refuse to go near it for fear their sins will be exposed. 21 But those who do what is right come to the light so others can see that they are doing what God wants.”

14. Luke 11:35-36 Make sure that the light you think you have is not actually darkness. 36 If you are filled with light, with no dark corners, then your whole life will be radiant, as though a floodlight were filling you with light.” Luke 11:35-36 Make sure that the light you think you have is not actually darkness. 36 If you are filled with light, with no dark corners, then your whole life will be radiant, as though a floodlight were filling you with light.”

16. Acts 26:18 (NLT) to open their eyes, so they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God. Then they will receive forgiveness for their sins and be given a place among God’s people, who are set apart by faith in me.’

18. John 12:36a Put your trust in the light while there is still time; John 12:46 I have come as a light to shine in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark. John 12:36a Put your trust in the light while there is still time; John 12:46 I have come as a light to shine in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark.

20. A. If you have already committed your life to Christ prior to this service B. If today you are believing in Christ for the first time C. If you’re considering it, and you want me to know that you’re considering it D. If you feel you don’t ever intend to commit your life to Christ A. If you have already committed your life to Christ prior to this service B. If today you are believing in Christ for the first time C. If you’re considering it, and you want me to know that you’re considering it D. If you feel you don’t ever intend to commit your life to Christ