Hanukkah Day 1 – Covenant Light 

Theme 

“God multiplies light beyond human capacity.” 

Scripture Readings 

John 10:22–23 – “Then came the Festival of Dedication at Jerusalem. It was winter, and Jesus was in the temple courts walking in Solomon’s Colonnade.” 

Psalm 119:105 – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” 

Isaiah 60:1 – “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.” 

Reflection 

On the first night of Hanukkah, one candle is lit. It seems small, yet it begins a chain reaction of light that grows night after night. This mirrors the miracle of the oil that lasted beyond its natural capacity; God’s faithfulness sustaining His people when resources seemed insufficient. 

In the Hebrew year 5786, the first letter emphasis is Tav (ת), symbolizing covenant and completion. Just as the first candle begins the festival, Tav reminds us that God’s covenant is the foundation of our faith. His promises are complete; His word is sure, ...