Helping children discover why Jesus is called the Light of the World through Scripture, conversation, and creativity.
Christmas is filled with lights, isn’t it? We hang them on trees, string them across our homes, and enjoy the way they brighten the dark evenings.
But have you ever stopped to think about how often the Bible talks about light?
Long before there were Christmas lights, God was using light to help us understand something about Himself. And when we begin exploring those Scriptures, we discover that the Christmas story is about much more than a baby born in Bethlehem.
It’s about Jesus, the Light of the World.
One of the things I love about exploring the Bible is discovering connections between passages that I hadn’t noticed before.
Let’s start at the beginning.
In Genesis 1:3, God said, “Let there be light: and there was light.”
Light appears in the very first chapter of the Bible!
Now turn to John 1:1–5.
John tells us that the Word was with God, that the Word was God, and that all things were made through Him. Then he tells us something interesting:
“And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.” — John 1:5 (KJV)
A little farther down, in John 1:14, we discover that the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.
And then, in John 8:12, Jesus says:
“I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.”
Did you notice the connection?
The Bible begins with God creating light.
John introduces Jesus as the Word through whom everything was made and describes Him as the light shining in darkness.
And Jesus Himself declares that He is the Light of the World!
Suddenly, all those Christmas lights can become a reminder of something much greater.
And that’s not the only connection worth exploring.
Each passage helps us discover more about who Jesus is.
Christmas becomes an opportunity to explore those connections and remember the One we’re celebrating.
Here’s a simple way to explore this together.
Read John 8:12.
Then turn off the room lights and light a small candle or tea light. Watch as the powerful light pushes away the darkness.
Ask your children:
Now read Psalm 119:105.
What does this passage tell us about God’s Word?
Help your children notice that the Bible uses light to teach us about Jesus and the guidance we receive from God’s Word.
Remember John 8:12!
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What if Christmas became an opportunity to investigate the Bible’s clues about Jesus?
Our God Is Light Christmas Bible Adventure Collection invites children to explore Scripture, discover connections, and respond creatively to what they learn about Jesus.
Through four connected Bible Adventures, children investigate passages that help them discover who Jesus is and why His coming matters.
From the Light of the World to the names and descriptions of Jesus found throughout Scripture, these Adventures encourage children to look beyond familiar Christmas traditions and discover the One we’re celebrating.
Each collection includes four guided Adventures, a Parent Guide, and Scripture reading resources.
Together, families can:
Notice • Explore • Create • Remember
Art gives children another opportunity to slow down, investigate Scripture, and remember what they’ve discovered.
As children create, encourage them to think about the difference between the lights we see around us at Christmas and what Jesus meant when He called Himself the Light of the World.
Continue exploring Scripture with our December Bible verse printable collection.
These creative activities help children spend time with passages about God’s light, His Word, and Jesus.
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These activities provide creative opportunities to read, explore, and remember passages about giving thanks.
The theme of light appears throughout Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation.
And each passage gives us something worth exploring.
Discover additional Bible verses about God’s light, the names of Jesus, and the promises connected to His coming.
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Sometimes one activity is just the beginning!
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