I Am The Light

I Am the Light

I am the light of the world. The person who follows me will never live in darkness. He will have the light that gives life.

—John 8:12 (ICB)

I created Adam and Eve to walk side by side with Me. I loved walking and talking with them in the garden, before the evil one tricked them. Ever since that time, man has had a huge, dark emptiness in his heart—an emptiness that only My Presence can fill.

Some people try to fill that hole with the things of this world— popularity, money, even drugs or alcohol. Other people try good things—such as teaching others or being a volunteer—hoping that goodness will make them whole. But no matter how good you are, only Ican fill that emptiness.

Live close to Me. The Garden of Eden is no more, but the garden of your heart is alive and well. Walk with Me in the garden of your heart—letting Me fill the emptiness. In this way I can live in the world through you! Together we will push back the darkness, for I am the Light of the world.

Messy Days

Messy Days

Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

—John 14:27

The world around you is a mess. Crime, wars, drugs—there’s bad news every time you turn on the television. And sometimes that mess invades your day. A friend betrays you, something is stolen out of your locker, or someone you know is hurt. But what is happening around you doesn’t have to shake you up.

Trust Me—even in the midst of a messy day. When you start to feel stressed, stop focusing on the problems. Instead, reach out to Me. Let Me show you things from My point of view. Remember that My Peace—the Peace that I give you—isn’t affected by the mess of this world.

Don’t be afraid and don’t be troubled. Seek My Face, and I will lift you up above the mess.

Love,

Jesus

Source: Jesus Calling for Kids by Sarah Young (iphone/ipad app)

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