Have you ever walked through a dark room? You move slowly, unsure of where to step. Your hands reach out, searching for something to guide you. It’s easy to feel lost, uncertain, and even afraid.
Light and darkness are complete opposites, and we notice the difference right away. In the Bible, darkness often represents confusion, sin, or life without God. The tricky thing about darkness is that we don’t always realize we’re walking in it. If we’ve been in the dark long enough, our eyes adjust, and we learn to live in the shadows without noticing how much we’re missing. But the moment light appears, like when streetlights flicker on at sunset, we suddenly see just how dark it really was.
Knowing Jesus is like stepping into the light. He helps us to have a new perspective, to view things differently, and even more clearly- which is life changing. In John 8:12, Jesus says:
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”
Imagine walking outside just before sunrise. Everything is still dark, and it’s hard to see what’s around you. But as the sun begins to rise, shadows fade, and details become clear. What once felt uncertain and hidden is now bright and visible. That’s what happens when we get to know Jesus. His truth, found in the Bible, helps us see things as they really are—who we are, who He is, and maybe even a better way of living.
Without Jesus as our light, we may not even realize how lost we are or how much we need Him. But when we choose to get to know him, he becomes our light, and everything changes. We don’t have to walk in fear or confusion anymore because He shows us the way.
Isaiah 42:16 reminds us of God’s promise:
“I will turn the darkness before you into light and the rough places into level ground.”
No matter how dark life feels, God’s light is always stronger. Even the smallest candle can push back the deepest shadows. If you feel lost, unsure, or afraid, turn to Jesus. His light is always shining, ready to guide you. All you have to do is follow Him.
A Prayer for Today:
Lord, sometimes we don’t realize how much we are walking in darkness until You reveal a better way. Help us to see clearly, to follow and to trust your plan for our lives, even when life feels uncertain. Shine Your light into our hearts so that we can reflect it to others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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