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Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Jesus Christ. (Philippians…

Again, Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12 ESV) 

Jesus is the Light of the World…

“Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel, “which is translated, “God with us.” (Matthew 1:23 NKJV) 

The Gospel writer Matthew was writing to a Jewish audience and…

This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24 ESV) 

According to the dictionary, the definition of rejoicing is to feel or express great joy or happiness. Rejoicing…

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15:13 ) 

There is a song…

Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for the upright in heart. (Psalm 97:11 ESV) 

The light of God’s word is spread broadly in our hearts. He shines His light, and we can understand and gain wisdom…

I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness. (John 12:46 ESV) 

Jesus left heaven’s throne of brilliance and came to this dark world. He was and He…

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” (John 13:34 NIV) 

Today is the fourth Sunday in Advent, and the theme is Love. Many churches will…

In Him was life, and the life was the Light of men. The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it. (John 1:4-5 NASB) 

When a candle is lit, it brightens the whole room…

Arise, shine for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you. (Isaiah 60:1 ESV) 

Today’s verse is a call to action. We are to get up and shine the light of Jesus…

Rejoice not over me, O my enemy; 
when I fall, I shall rise; 
when I sit in darkness, 
the LORD will be a light to me. (Micah 7:8 ESV) 

Today's verse reminds us to take a stand when we are…

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. (Matthew 5:16 ESV) 

As believers, we are not our own…

Give yourself to the LORD; 
trust in him, and he will help you; 
he will make your righteousness shine like the noonday sun. 
(Psalm 37:5-6 GNT) 

The light of the Lord shining through us comes directly from Him…

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12 ESV) 

Just as the sun is the physical…

And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” (Luke 2:10 ESV) 

The angel appeared to shepherds who were watching over their…

Send out your light and your truth; let them lead me 
let them bring me to your holy hill and to your dwelling! (Psalm 43:3 ESV) 

God has specific plans for each of our lives. It is His…

For you have delivered me from death and my feet from stumbling, that I may walk before God in the light of life. (Psalm 56:13 NIV) 

The enemy would love nothing more than to make us stumble and…

You are the light of the world – like a city on a mountain, glowing in the night for all to see. Don’t hide your light under a basket! Instead, put it on a stand and let it shine for…

You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore. (Psalm 16:11 ESV) 

Imagine what the fullness of joy looks and feels like. What…

Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person. (Colossians 4:6 ESV)

As believers, we are called to shine His light in the world around us…

For you are the fountain of life, the light by which we see. (Psalm 36:9 NLT) 

The image of God in Psalm 36:9 is described as a fountain of life. A fountain has water gushing forth constantly; there…

Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you. (2 Thessalonians 3:16 NIV) 

When we go through difficulties, we can remember that peace…

For you are my lamp, O LORD, 
and my God lightens my darkness. (2 Samuel 22:29 ESV) 

When we took our dog Jazzy outside in the evenings, we always carried a flashlight with us. The darkness was unsafe…

The LORD says, "I will teach you the way you should go; 
I will instruct and advise you. (Psalm 32:8 GNT) 

As teachers, we work diligently to prepare and provide the best possible lessons to our students. And…

The LORD is my light and my salvation; 
I will fear no one. 
The LORD protects me from all danger; 
I will never be afraid. (Psalm 27:1 GNT) 

Today begins the first day of Advent. In all the…