In Him was life, and the life was the light of men.
John 1:4
Question
Are you drawing your life from Jesus or from your own strength?
Context
John is writing to reveal who Jesus truly is. Before Jesus is shown healing the sick or teaching the crowds, John takes us back to eternity past.
By saying, “In Him was life,” John is declaring that Jesus is not a created being or simply a messenger from God, He is the eternal Word, present at creation, and the source of all life. The “life” John refers to is more than physical existence; it is spiritual and eternal life, a quality of life that comes only from God and restores what sin has broken.
This life is described as “the light of men,” meaning it reveals truth, exposes darkness, and brings understanding and hope. John is preparing readers to see that everything Jesus says and does flows from this reality: He carries God’s life within Himself.
Application
Because life is found in Christ, it cannot be sustained apart from Him. This verse invites us to examine where we are drawing our sense of life from. Is it from our routines, achievements, relationships, or plans for the future? As 2025 comes to a close, it reminds us that true life is not found in turning a new page on the calendar, but in remaining connected to Jesus.
Living in the light of this truth means choosing daily dependence over self-reliance. When we live from His life, His light begins to shape our decisions, attitudes, and direction for the days ahead.
If you stay close to the source of life, His light will guide you forward.
Truth For The Day
Life is not something you chase, it is something you receive and live out in Christ.
Pray
Lord, thank You for the gift of life. As this year comes to a close, help me not to rush ahead without You. Teach me to live from Your life, walk in Your light, and trust You with what’s ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
