Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Så fortsatte Jesus å undervise folket: «Jeg er verdens lys. Den som vandrer med Meg, skal slippe å vandre i mørket, fordi dere har det lyset som gir evig liv.» Da sa fariseerne til Jesus: «Du forteller selv om hvem Du er, men er ikke objektiv. Derfor tror vi ikke at det Du sier, er sant.» Jesus svarte dem: «Selv om Jeg forteller om Meg selv, er det sant, for Jeg vet hvor Jeg kommer fra og hvor Jeg er på vei. Men dere vet ikke hvor Jeg kommer fra eller hvor Jeg går hen. Dere dømmer folk etter det dere ser i det ytre, men Jeg dømmer ingen. Men likevel, om Jeg skulle dømme, så er Min dom sann og rettferdig. For Jeg kan dømme sammen med Gud, Min Far – Han som har sendt Meg til jorden. Ifølge loven skal det være to personer for å kunne bekrefte at noe er sant. Så når Jeg forteller om Meg selv, så vil Gud kunne bekrefte det Jeg sier.»
What Does This Mean?
In John 8:12, Jesus tells the people that he is the light of the world and that anyone who follows him will not walk in darkness but will have eternal life.
Explained for Children
Think about a dark room with no lights. Now imagine turning on a big flashlight. Everything becomes bright and clear, right? That's like Jesus saying he can make our lives bright if we follow him.
Historical Background
The Gospel of John was written by the Apostle John around AD 90-100 for both Jewish and Gentile Christians. The audience would have been familiar with the idea that God is light, which comes from their cultural background and Jewish teachings.
Living It Out Today
Imagine you are facing a tough decision at school, like whether to cheat on a test or study hard. If you follow Jesus' guidance, you won't be in the dark about what's right; you'll have clarity and peace of mind, which is more valuable than any grade.
What does it mean when Jesus says he is the light of the world?
When Jesus calls himself the light of the world, he means that he brings spiritual illumination to all people, offering guidance and truth to those who follow him.
How do we know if we are walking in darkness?
Walking in darkness often refers to being unaware of God's will or living without his guidance. If you feel lost or uncertain about your decisions, it might be a sign that you need more light from Jesus.
Can anyone follow Jesus and get this 'light of life'?
Yes, according to Christian belief, the offer of eternal life through following Jesus is available to everyone who believes in him and accepts his teachings.
Is there a specific way we should follow Jesus to receive the light of life?
Following Jesus involves more than just believing in him; it includes living according to his teachings, loving others as he loved us, and seeking guidance through prayer and study of the Bible.