Life Group Questions

2. What does it mean that God is light (cf. 1John 1:5; Psalm 104:1-2)? How should God being light impact the way we live (cf. 1John 1:6-9)? Explain why it is important to remember that God is the only source of true light (cf. Psalm 36:9; Revelation 21:22-23)?

3. If God is light, and the only source of light, how can Jesus say that Christians are the light of the world (cf. Matthew 5:14-16)? What is the difference between being the light and being the light of the world (cf. John 1:6-8)? How did we become the light of the world (cf. Ephesians 5:7-8; Colossians 1:12-14; 1Thessalonians 5:5-6; 1Peter 2:9)?

4. Why do you think God wants us to share the light (cf. Romans 10:1-15; 2Corinthians 5:17-19)? How does our light differ from the world (cf. Philippians 2:14-16)? What are some spiritual disciplines that will help us share the light in a fallen world (cf. 1Peter3:15)?

5. Consider the following list and briefly describe ways in which you need to grow in letting your light shine:
a. Your Attitude (Philippians 2:5-8)
b. Your Words (Ephesians 4:29)
c. Your Actions (1John 3:18)
d. Your Testimony (Psalm 107:1-2)
e. Your Witness (Romans 1:16)