Episode 20
Nicodemus, Part 4
Prayer
Heavenly Father, we recognize that You are the one true God, with no other deity beside You. Please communicate with us in Your unique way. May Your wisdom guide our hearts and minds as we seek to understand Your will. Strengthen our faith and help us to trust in Your divine plan for our lives, in Jesus’ name, Amen.
John 3:17-21
John 3: 17-18, For God didn’t send his Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world should be saved through him. He who believes in him is not judged. He who doesn’t believe has been judged already, because he has not believed in the name of the one and only Son of God.
Reflection
God did not send Jesus Christ to condemn the world, but rather to offer salvation through Him. Yet, those who choose not to believe in Him will face condemnation. Salvation and condemnation are essentially two sides of the same coin. Those who place their faith in Jesus Christ will find salvation, while those who do not believe in Him will face judgment.
John 3: 19-20, This is the judgment, that the light has come into the world, and men loved the darkness rather than the light; for their works were evil. For everyone who does evil hates the light, and doesn’t come to the light, lest his works would be exposed.
Reflection
Jesus, known as the Light of the World (John 8:12), sheds light on and unveils the reality of sin. Many individuals hesitate to approach Christ due to their fear of having their sins brought to light. Rather than embracing this illuminating truth, they opt to remain in the shadows of darkness and sin.
Romans 3:10, As it is written, there is none righteous, no, not one.
John 3:21, But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his works may be revealed, that they have been done in God.
Reflection
Those who embrace the Light live in truth and have nothing to conceal from God. As stated in John 8:12, Those who walk in the Light will not stumble in darkness,
Following their clandestine meeting, Nicodemus became a devoted follower of Jesus. In John 7:50-51, he boldly defended Jesus before the Pharisees. Later, in John 19:39, Nicodemus, along with Joseph of Arimathea, honored Jesus with a respectful Jewish burial, bringing a significant amount of myrrh and aloes for the embalming process. No longer a secret disciple, he openly professed his faith. Nicodemus initially approached Jesus under the cover of darkness but emerged into the light of belief. As per tradition, the Jewish authorities expelled Nicodemus from the Sanhedrin, ultimately excommunicating him and banishing him from Jerusalem.
John 8:12, I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.
Application
Jesus, the Light of God, has entered your world. It is your duty to walk in His Light, embrace Truth, and follow the Holy Spirit. You are called to shine brightly in your surroundings. Are you a beacon of light in the world? Reflecting His light in your life requires intentionality and commitment. Embrace challenges wholeheartedly and shine as a beacon for others, guiding them toward faith and hope.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for sending Jesus Christ into the world to become the Light of all. May we also shine brightly as a light to those around us. Help us to be instruments of Your love and peace, reflecting Your glory in every action and word. Help us share Your light with those in darkness, guiding them to Your eternal truth, in Jesus' name, Amen.
21 Woman of Samaria (1)
Prayer
Heavenly Father, we dedicate ourselves to You in our daily devotion. We ask for your guidance and deep understanding, so we can learn the lessons you want to teach us. Help us to remain open and receptive to Your guidance in our lives. May Your wisdom illuminate our path and strengthen our faith as we navigate through life's challenges. We seek to grow closer to You and live in accordance with Your will, Amen
