‘Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”’ John 8:12 (NLT)
What if Jesus could lead you through the darkness you’re facing and into a brighter day, filled with hope? This is actually what Jesus is promising us. He doesn’t tell us that life will be perfect, but He does tell us that following Him is better than staying in the darkness of our difficult circumstances. Today, choose to follow Jesus. Maybe pray for the first time in a while, talk to a Christian mentor you trust, or pick up your Bible and read about what Jesus is like. Take a step to follow Jesus and trust that He will lead you to the best, most hope-filled life possible.
NOTE: If you feel you are in crisis, reach out to a trusted adult, small group leader, coach, teacher, counselor, or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. It is a free, 24-hour hotline, at 1.800.273.TALK (8255).
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