John 8:12 (NKJV) 12 Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.”
He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness.
This is a very short statement with huge implications. We live in a world that is comprised of both, light and darkness. The two are constantly in conflict with each other.
As followers of Christ, we need to understand that darkness cannot overcome light. And in that regard, we should not fear darkness.
But most importantly, we need to understand that believers should also not walk in darkness, or have fellowship with it.
As a child of God, we are not to associate ourselves with the things of darkness. We are to turn from the ways of evil and not be a part of them. This doesn’t mean that we should shun people who are not believers simply because they might do something that we don’t agree with.
It means that we need to discern darkness and see it for what it is, and steer clear of it in our lives.
Yes, this may mean that we will sometimes not keep company with some people. But most importantly it, means that we need to refrain from participating in things that God shows us to be contrary to His word or His desires for us.
Sometimes they may be “little” things, while other times they may be major. But as we draw closer to God and we learn His ways, we will begin to better understand the differences between light and darkness and discerning the two will become easier and easier.
So if you’re not sure or you’re in doubt about anything in your life, whether it might be pleasing to God or not, ask Him and listen for His answer.
He is faithful to hear us and to answer.
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808
401-315-0902
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