»Satan's character is dark because he is completely, and eternally, severed from God's everlasting Light.
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- "I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven..." (Luke 10:18 NKJV)
- How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! (Isaiah 14:12 NKJV)
- "...if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in you is darkness, how great is that darkness!" (Matthew 6:23 NKJV)
- ...God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. (1 John 1:5 NKJV)
- In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made. In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it. (John 1:1-5 NKJV)
- ...since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. (Romans 1:20-21 NKJV)
- The light of the wicked indeed goes out, and the flame of his fire does not shine. The light is dark in his tent, and his lamp beside him is put out. (Job 18:5-6 NKJV)
- Those who sat in darkness and in the shadow of death, bound in affliction and irons -- Because they rebelled against the words of God, and despised the counsel of the Most High... (Psalm 107:10-12 NKJV)
- ...the LORD does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. (1 Samuel 16:7 NKJV)
- The dark places of a human soul conform to the image of the devil. Nevertheless, even in fallen humankind, a divine spark glowers awaiting to be fanned by the Holy Spirit and the Word of God.
- A warning here: The color of a person's character has nothing to do with the color a person's skin.
The Bible portrays Satan as the embodiment of darkness, rebellion, and separation from God. Through various verses, we gain insights into the character of Satan and the consequences of dwelling in darkness. However, the Bible also emphasizes God's nature as light, love, and truth. It offers hope and redemption through Jesus Christ, the Light of the world, who brings illumination to those lost in darkness. May we seek the light, reject the darkness, and find solace in the embrace of God's eternal radiance.
In the face of Satan's dark character and the presence of darkness in the world, the Bible provides us with a profound message of hope and redemption. It assures us that God, who is the ultimate source of light, love, and truth, is not indifferent to our plight. He reaches out to us, offering a way out of the darkness and into His eternal radiance.
The culmination of this divine plan for redemption is found in Jesus Christ, who is referred to as the Light of the world. In John 8:12, Jesus declares, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life." Jesus, as the incarnate Word of God, came to dispel the darkness that had enveloped humanity. Through His life, teachings, sacrificial death, and resurrection, He offers us the means to be reconciled with God and to walk in the light.
By embracing Jesus and following His teachings, we are invited to leave behind the darkness of sin, ignorance, and separation from God. Through faith in Him, we receive forgiveness, grace, and the transforming power of His Holy Spirit. This enables us to experience a renewed relationship with God, a deepening understanding of His truth, and a life characterized by His light shining within us.
As believers, we are called to be bearers of this light to the world. In Matthew 5:14, Jesus tells His disciples, "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden." Just as Jesus brought light to a dark world, we are called to reflect His light through our words, actions, and the transformation of our lives. By living in alignment with God's truth and embodying His love, we can serve as beacons of hope, pointing others to the source of true light and salvation.
In a world marked by moral confusion, spiritual darkness, and despair, our role as followers of Christ is crucial. We are called to illuminate the path for those lost in the darkness, to offer compassion and grace to the hurting, and to proclaim the good news of God's love and redemption. It is through our commitment to living in the light and sharing that light with others that we can make a meaningful difference in a world desperately in need of hope and transformation.
Ultimately, the message of the Bible reminds us that darkness is not invincible. The light of God's love and truth will always prevail. As we fix our eyes on Jesus, the Light of the world, we can find solace, strength, and purpose in the midst of the darkness. And as we align our lives with His teachings and seek to bring His light to others, we participate in God's redemptive work, illuminating the world and bringing hope to all who are in need.
May we, as believers, embrace our calling to be agents of light, dispelling darkness wherever we go and pointing others to the life-giving truth found in Christ. In doing so, we participate in the fulfillment of God's ultimate plan of redemption and the triumph of light over darkness.
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