Light Part 1 — Founded on the Bible

Matthew 4:16-Isaiah 9:1-2

The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light. And for those who lived in the land where death casts its shadow, a light has shined.

Today, we are starting a new word study on “light”. This verse is contained in both Matthew 4 and Isaiah 9.

What does “light” mean here?

Light in this context is defined as the power of understanding moral and spiritual truth (1).

What is darkness, then?

Darkness is defined as misery, destruction, death, ignorance, sorrow, wickedness, and obscurity (2).

Negative vs Positive:

Sometimes, it is easier to understand the negative so it could be compared to the positive. So, let’s take a deep look at how darkness operates by paraphrasing this verse.

The people lived in a darkness that encompassed misery. They were surrounded by devastation and destruction. Everything in their lives was contaminated with death. The enemy of their souls took advantage of their ignorance and they were enslaved to wickedness. Hounded by failure, they felt totally insignificant and hopeless.

Do you fit into any of these categories? I know I did!

Now, the people are filled with and illuminated with light. The light is a “Who” and the “Who” is “Jesus"! The life of God began to operate in their spirit. This light empowered their understanding to distinguish good from evil, especially in the areas of moral and spiritual truths.

Only a relationship with God can do this. It starts with accepting Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. He died for your sins so you could live. Then He rose from the dead and will live forever. Studying God’s Word brings light into the darkness. If you wish to have a relationship with God, please click here.

It will be the best decision you ever made in your life!

References:

1) https://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=G5457&t=KJV

2) https://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=H2822&t=KJV