LIGHT VS. DARKNESS In many places in Scripture, the realm of God and the realm of evil are contrasted by the differences between light and darkness: Darkness Light Reference Despairing condition Hopeful condition Isaiah 9:2 Inability to recognize the light Ability to enlighten the world John 1:4–5, 9 The power of Satan The power of God Acts 26:18 Evil deeds Good deeds Romans 13:12–14 Natural heart condition Gift from God 2 Corinthians 4:6 Fruitless works Source of all that is good Ephesians 5:8–11
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