276: I Am the Light of the World (John 8:12–20)

In this episode of Talkin’ Bible, Rohan Bell and Jeff Baxter dive into one of Jesus’ most powerful declarations: “I am the light of the world.” Spoken during the Feast of Tabernacles, this statement carried bold claims of divinity that would have left His listeners stunned.

Together, Rowan and Jeff explore the historical and biblical context behind Jesus’ words and why they remain life-changing today.

👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...

✅ 💡 Why Jesus’ claim to be “the light of the world” was so radical in its context

✅ 🕎 How the Feast of Tabernacles sets the backdrop for both “living water” (John 7) and “light” (John 8)

✅ 📖 How Jesus connects His authority with God the Father — and why that threatened the religious leaders

✅ ⚖️ The balance between deep Bible study and simple, Christ-centred faith

✅ 🙌 Why the Scriptures point beyond themselves to Jesus as the true source of life

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction and reflections on John’s Gospel

01:15 – Jesus declares: “I am the Light of the World”

02:30 – Proverbs 4 and the imagery of the morning sun 🌅

04:30 – Living water & light of the world — both at the Feast of Tabernacles

06:50 – Why Jesus’ claims were seen as threats to the Pharisees & Sadducees

09:00 – Judgment, mercy, and the woman caught in adultery

11:00 – Deep study vs. simple faith: avoiding the nitty-gritty trap

13:00 – Keeping Christ at the centre of Scripture study

🙋‍♂️ Reflection & Application

Do you see Jesus as more than just a great teacher? He is the Light who reveals, guides, and saves. Take time this week to not just read the Word, but to let it point you to Him.

💬 Share your reflections in the comments — how has Jesus been light in your life?

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