By Dale J. Babinsky
In many biblical passages, the contrast between light
and darkness is a powerful metaphor for the struggle of
good vs evil. Light often symbolizes knowledge,
goodness, and righteousness, while darkness represents
ignorance, evil, and the unknown. This spiritual
struggle is best seen in the writings of the Apostle John.
Light is often associated with positive qualities such
as wisdom, truth, and purity. In Christianity, Jesus is
referred to as the “Light of the World,” showing us the
path to salvation and righteousness (John 1:9; 3:19;
8:12; 9:5; 11:9; 12:46). John often contrasts the concept
of light, which is beneficial, with darkness. Darkness is
frequently linked to negative attributes such as fear,
ignorance, and evil. In the Bible, darkness is often
associated with sin and the absence of God’s presence.
The journey from darkness to light is what we should
all be working towards in our own spiritual growth. We
should want to move from ignorance and sin to
knowledge and spiritual maturity. This journey is often
depicted as a struggle, requiring courage, faith, and
perseverance. Our goal should always be to continue
our spiritual growth and to become closer to Christ.
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