John 8:12

In the gospel of John, Jesus says: "I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will not be walking in the dark but will have the light of life."

The gospel of John uses light to refer to life in Christ. Those who reject Jesus as the Messiah will, the gospel author says, live in darkness. There is an argument in the church of this gospel's author, and some are withdrawing because they do not believe Jesus is the Messiah. This is a conflict among Jews, who all believe in Jesus but have different beliefs about him.

In the gospel of John, Jesus calls his followers to discipleship. They are to be light for the world, as Jesus is. They are to be the presence of Christ in the world, through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, given to them after Jesus is no longer there to lead them. The good news of the gospel of John is that this light will not be overcome by the darkness of the world.

Grace and peace...Bob