God's Glory Church

“And whoever acts according to the truth, he goes to the light.” —John 3:21

Nothing could bring Aakash out of his lingering depression. He was seriously injured in a car accident and was brought to a missionary hospital in Southwest Asia. Eight operations helped restore the bones, but Aakash could not eat. Depression began. He was the breadwinner of the family, and now he has become disabled.

But one day a visitor came to Aakash, who read a passage from the Gospel of John in his native language and prayed for him. Touched by the news about God’s gift of salvation in Christ, Aakash turned to the Lord. Depression soon passed. When he returned home, he was initially afraid to talk about his new faith. But then he still told his family about Christ, and six of them also believed!

The Gospel of John is a bright beacon in a world of darkness. In it we read that “God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, so that everyone who believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16). From him we learn that “he who listens to the words [of Christ] and believes in the One who sent [Him] has eternal life” (Jn. 5:24). In it, the Lord says: “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will not hunger” (John 6:35).

The challenges we face can seem overwhelming. But Jesus came to give us life in abundance (John 10:10). Therefore, trust in Christ – the hope of peace and light for people.

What world problems scare you? How are you comforted by the truth and presence of Christ?

Heavenly Father, thank You for the hope in Your Son.

Author: David Brenon