Many mornings, like today, I begin my hikes in darkness. The darkness hides many of the dangers along the path. Raised tree roots can easily trip me up. Approaching strangers may not see me and crash into me or they may use the cover of darkness to do me harm. I may not recognize sudden changes of direction in the path that can cause me to go astray.
In the Bible, the word “darkness” is synonymous with evil. We are warned against the dangers of the darkness. Evil can trip us up and harm us in a variety of ways. When we are attracted by the darkness, we don’t recognize the dangers ahead. Walking in the darkness keeps us from following the path that God has designed for us.
John 8:12 says, “Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'” Walking in darkness will lead us into many troubles. Following Jesus keeps us in His light and under His protection.
Reluctant Retiree 