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John 11:9

Jesus used a simple picture of daytime and nighttime to explain that He was walking in God's will — and in God's will, there is no stumbling. He was not taking a reckless risk.

Memory phrase: Walk in God's light.

Talk about it: What happens when you try to walk in a dark room? How does a light help?

Prayer: God, help me walk in Your light today so I don't stumble in the dark.

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