God Took You Out

He has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son.

Colossians 1:13

THINK ABOUT THOSE words, the kingdom of darkness. What picture do they form in your mind? An impenetrable blackness all around that would keep you from seeing where to go? An enveloping darkness like a fog that would make you fear something will dart out and hurt you? A reeking swamp of despair that would keep you feeling terrified?

The kingdom of darkness is Satan’s domain. The main thing he does is keep people in the dark so they can’t see the light that would lead them out of it to a place of hope, joy, and peace. How does Satan’s kingdom work? Through dark lies, Satan keeps people afraid, unable to move in any direction. Through accusations and guilt-inducing deceptions, people become further immobilized. By keeping people chained to their sins, bad habits, and addictions, Satan immerses them in despair.

But there is a way out. How? By the light of Christ’s Kingdom. Jesus is the Light of the World (see John 8:12), and when his light shines on people, he enables them to escape from this darkness. Do you ever feel guilt, fear, and despair? Look to the light of Christ. His promise is to lead you into his Kingdom.