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God is light

You can’t illuminate darkness with darkness

September 18, 2025September 17, 2025 / Matthew Ruttan / Leave a comment

The apostle John walked and talked with Jesus, the one who said he was the very light of the world (John 8:12). In 1 John 1:5 he shared this insight of clarity and power: “God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.” As his people we are to “walk in the light, as … Continue reading You can’t illuminate darkness with darkness

Wisdom. Purity. Clarity.

September 10, 2025September 9, 2025 / Matthew Ruttan / Leave a comment

In 1 John 1:5-6 John the apostle says “God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.”In this verse, what does “light” mean? In the Bible, light often refers to wisdom. It “illuminates” our understanding. It can also refer to purity or holiness. It also provides clarity. Let’s say you’re stumbling around in … Continue reading Wisdom. Purity. Clarity.

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