• Darkness is …
    • Where the devil reigns
      • The “domain of darkness” (Colossians 1:13.
      • The world is dark because “the prince of darkness” rules over it (John 12:31.
      • All who live under his reign are his slaves (I John 5:19.
      • Demon possession was unique to the 1st century, but spiritual warfare has always been (II Kings 6:17.
      • If God’s angels carry out His will on earth (Hebrews 1:14.
      • They are everywhere, promoting “the course of this world” (Ephesians 2:1-3.
    • Where sin abounds
      • Most people prefer Satan’s darkness to God’s light (John 3:19-20.
    • Where we learn of hell
      • Being separated permanently from God’s light will be the worst part of hell (Matthew 25:30.
  • Banish darkness by …
    • Recognizing light
      • God provides an alternative to darkness (Isaiah 9:2.
      • Through faith we can see the light (Acts 26:18.
    • Embracing light
      • Our initial choice must be followed by a continual choice (Ephesians 5:8.
    • Becoming light
      • We are driving to share the light of Jesus (Ephesians 5:11-13.
      • It is our duty to take the battle to Satan (Romans 13:12.
      • Failure to do so shows a lack of light in ourhearts (Matthew 6:22-23.