Light of the World December Devotional Series
Welcome to Reading 1 of this twelve-part December devotional series. We’re exploring the theme, Light of the World in each devotional and scripture reading this month. Today’s devotional reading is titled, “Light Everlasting.”
Does your family struggle to keep up with daily advent reading amid the hustle and bustle of the season? Join me for a flexible schedule of six readings leading up to Christmas Day. After Christmas, we’ll continue discovering the light of Jesus through his life on earth, and consider how we can allow his light to shine through us.
How to Use This Devotional with Your Family
Slow down. Most of us read too quickly for children to understand and comprehend the material. Read the title, subtitle, and scriptures slowly. Pause at commas and allow time for everyone to think about the meaning behind the words.
Discuss. Stop and talk about the meaning of words your children may not know. Ask them if there is anything they don’t understand.
Visualize. The concepts of light and darkness are easy for children to understand. Encourage them to visualize the imagery conveyed in the scriptures and discussion questions.
Light Everlasting: God’s Eternal Existence
Guess the Song Lyric
Yet in thy dark streets shineth the everlasting light. The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
(Find the answer at the end of the article)
Reading 1
Complete this devotional reading any time in December before Christmas Day. There are a total of five devotional readings leading up to Christmas Day.
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Psalm 36:9
For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light.
Psalm 104:2
The Lord wraps himself in light as with a garment; he stretches out the heavens like a tent.
God Is Eternal
This means that he has always existed. It’s hard for us to understand, but what you need to know is that he is different than you are, yet he understands you completely. And, he has had a plan for you from before you were even born.
God Is Light
God tells us that light is an important characteristic to describe him. We can’t see in darkness; we need light to make our way. God’s light is everlasting. It has no beginning and no end. He is light.
Light Everlasting Discussion Questions
What things do you associate with light?
When you picture God as the source of light, does it make you want to move toward him?
Suggested Listening
Always Carry You/Matt Maher (YouTube – mattmahermusic)
Before that fateful morning
Matt Maher & Amy Grant
Before the world was new
You saw Your promise dawning
Oh let there be Your light in me
Guess the Song Lyric Answer
O, Little Town of Bethlehem
Celebrate the good news of great joy this Christmas season!
12 Family Devotional Readings for December
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December Devotional for Families: Light of the World
