John 8:12. Jesus spoke to them again: “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life.”
The human psyche is naturally drawn to light, but more than that, we need it. The marble caverns known as the Oregon Caves underscore this in a dramatic way. Once inside, a park ranger guides visitors along the path until they reach a certain point. Then he shuts off the cavern’s lights. The photometer he’s holding reads the presence of light in the vicinity. It’s zero. This isn’t a problem at first, but eventually, the absolute darkness—the total absence of light—will create instability in your mind. Stay longer, and it will render you unable to detect right from left and up from down. Disoriented, you lose your way.
Tragically, our world is stumbling about in spiritual darkness today. Confused by what they see, hear, and experience, many feel unsure or unable to navigate the surrounding evils. Yet you, dear believer, never need to grope about.
He alone exposes and dispels the effects of darkness. Jesus says, “Follow close beside Me, into your heart and mind. I am the source of the light you need, and that light, I will give to you.” The God who “dwells in unapproachable light” (1 Timothy 6:16) promises to lead you by His Word into the light of truth and thus avoid every dangerous path.
When life seems out of control, and you’re perplexed about what to do next, step into the light of God’s presence. Allow His Word to illuminate the darkness—it will bring peace to your soul and surety to your way.
