From Darkness To Light
The Light Of The World
There are certain concepts in life that resist simple definitions.
One of such profound concepts is light.
If someone asks, “What is light?” a common response might be, “It is the opposite of darkness.”
However, to truly grasp the essence of light, we must first explore what darkness represents.
Darkness and Its Implications
Our focus for this study will be the story of Bartimaeus, a blind man whose encounter with Jesus ended the darkness in his life (Mark 10:46-52).
Through his experience, we see how darkness symbolizes various negative realities.
Understanding these helps us uncover the transformative power of light.
- Darkness as Sickness
- Darkness can manifest as sickness. In contrast, light embodies healing, a gift found in Jesus Christ, the Light of the world.
- As stated in Exodus 15:26, God declares Himself as the healer.
- When we walk in the light of a relationship with Jesus, sickness loses its hold.
- A compelling example of this truth is seen in Luke 13:11-17, where Jesus identified the spirit of infirmity as a work of the devil.
- He addressed this agent of darkness directly and brought deliverance to the afflicted woman.
- Darkness as the Realm of the Enemy
- The devil thrives in darkness, bringing afflictions and burdens. However, the light of God has the power to expose and destroy these forces. Just as physical light dispels the gloom, the spiritual light of Christ eradicates every trace of the enemy’s influence.
A Testimony of Deliverance
Consider the story of a young man who experienced the life-changing power of God's light.
Before traveling to the USA for further studies, he hosted a farewell party.
Unknown to him, an enemy planted something sinister in his life during the event.
Shortly after his arrival in the USA, he developed a mysterious stomach pain.
Despite numerous medical tests and treatments, the pain persisted for six long years.
In his desperation, he returned to Nigeria and attended a divine program in Ibadan.
Though the journey was fraught with challenges, he arrived on the last day of the event.
As the word of God was preached, the light of God touched him, and instantly, the pain that had tormented him for years disappeared.
The Power of Light
This testimony underscores the life-transforming power of God’s light.
Darkness, in whatever form it manifests—be it sickness, affliction, or oppression—cannot withstand the brilliance of God’s presence.
As Jesus declared in John 8:12:
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”
When we embrace Jesus, we step out of darkness into His marvelous light. In this light, there is healing, freedom, and victory over every work of the enemy.
Conclusion
The story of Bartimaeus and countless other testimonies remind us of this eternal truth: darkness cannot coexist with light.
Jesus, the Light of the world, stands ready to bring healing, deliverance, and restoration to all who turn to Him.
Whatever darkness you may be facing today, take heart—His light can and will transform your life.
Will you embrace the light?
Source: (Open Heavens Devotional) — Pastor E. A. Adeboye
