In a world where headlines feel heavy and darkness seems to close in, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and discouraged. But John 1:5 reminds us of a powerful truth:
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”

Even when chaos rages, God’s light is never extinguished. As believers, we are called to fix our eyes not on the circumstances around us—but on the One who reigns above them. It’s time to return to the heart of Scripture, to reflect Christ’s love, grace, and truth in our actions, and to trust in His ultimate victory.

We encourage you to pray:
“Lord, help me walk in Your light when the world feels dark. Give me hope in You when my heart feels heavy.”

No matter what you’re facing today—personal anxiety, political unrest, or spiritual fatigue—remember this: darkness does not win. It never has, and it never will. God is greater, and His light will reign.

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What’s been weighing heavy on your heart lately? How have you seen God’s light break through darkness in your life? Share with us @LifeaudioNetwork or email us. Let’s encourage each other to keep our eyes on the Light that never fades.

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Full Transcript Below:

Light Will Reign Over Darkness

By Vivian Bricker

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (John 1:5). 

A few weeks ago, I was feeling overwhelmed by the news. Day after day, things have been getting worse, and all we can do is watch as the world seemingly burns. Fear and anger have been present in my heart to a degree I haven’t experienced before. Knowing that we cannot control the present situations in the world today can cause us to feel hopeless.

The political climate has changed, and as believers, we need to be discerning, understand the Bible, and be cautious of the present. Regardless of your political affiliation, remember that your allegiance lies with God. If you would rather follow a president or a political leader over God, then you might need to reassess your faith. 

Believers need to return to the Bible and truly walk as the Lord did. Rather than building our beliefs on American ideals, we must ground ourselves in the timeless truths of the Bible. As believers, we should recall that the biblical Jesus helps the sick, injured, and impoverished. 

He loves all people and mercifully extends His grace to all of us (Psalm 107:1, 145:9). If Christians truly desire to follow Christ, then we need to return to the Lord with our whole hearts. We need to repent, submit to God, and make the necessary changes in our lives to reflect His love and grace. As Christians, it’s our role to endorse and promote the Bible, Jesus, and a proper understanding of theology so that others may see the light that we see.

Intersecting Faith & Life:

The Bible tells us, “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (John 1:5). When everything is in shambles around us, we need to remember God is still good and He is still at work. Even when it seems like evil prevails, God still reigns on the throne. 

Darkness will never overcome the light. 

Though everything feels dark right now, it will not endure forever. We should do our best to educate others, pray, and wait on the Lord. The Lord will bring deliverance for His people and restore our weary hearts. Darkness can feel bleak and daunting, yet it will never be more powerful than God. God is greater than all things, including disasters, problems, and evil. 

Evil will always be at work in the world until the very end, but we must stay strong. Everyone has free will, and we cannot discount the evil nature of humans (Romans 3:23). As believers, we need to be aware of this and bring our hearts back to the only one who is truly perfect and good: God. God is the antithesis of evil, as He is full of love, grace, and compassion (Psalm 116:5). 

His light will shine out of darkness, and we will be given relief. It might not happen overnight, but it will come. We need to continue to be patient, trust in Him, and know that He will prevail. 

What is causing darkness to reign over you today?

How can you find hope in God despite the despair in the world today?

What are some things you can do today to bring your heart peace?

Further Reading:

Romans 16:17-20

2 Corinthians 11:12-15

1 John 5:19-20

In a world where headlines feel heavy and darkness seems to close in, it&rsquo;s easy to feel overwhelmed and discouraged. But John 1:5 reminds us of a powerful truth: &ldquo;The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.&rdquo;
Even when chaos rages, God&rsquo;s light is never extinguished. As believers, we are called to fix our eyes not on the circumstances around us&mdash;but on the One who reigns above them. It&rsquo;s time to return to the heart of Scripture, to reflect Christ&rsquo;s love, grace, and truth in our actions, and to trust in His ultimate victory.
We encourage you to pray: &ldquo;Lord, help me walk in Your light when the world feels dark. Give me hope in You when my heart feels heavy.&rdquo;
No matter what you&rsquo;re facing today&mdash;personal anxiety, political unrest, or spiritual fatigue&mdash;remember this: darkness does not win. It never has, and it never will. God is greater, and His light will reign.
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Join the Conversation: What&rsquo;s been weighing heavy on your heart lately? How have you seen God&rsquo;s light break through darkness in your life? Share with us @LifeaudioNetwork or email us. Let&rsquo;s encourage each other to keep our eyes on the Light that never fades.
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Full Transcript Below:
Light Will Reign Over Darkness
By Vivian Bricker
&ldquo;The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it&rdquo; (John 1:5).&nbsp;
A few weeks ago, I was feeling overwhelmed by the news. Day after day, things have been getting worse, and all we can do is watch as the world seemingly burns. Fear and anger have been present in my heart to a degree I haven&rsquo;t experienced before. Knowing that we cannot control the present situations in the world today can cause us to feel hopeless.
The political climate has changed, and as believers, we need to be discerning, understand the Bible, and be cautious of the present. Regardless of your political affiliation, remember that your allegiance lies with God. If you would rather follow a president or a political leader over God, then you might need to reassess your faith.&nbsp;
Believers need to return to the Bible and truly walk as the Lord did. Rather than building our beliefs on American ideals, we must ground ourselves in the timeless truths of the Bible. As believers, we should recall that the biblical Jesus helps the sick, injured, and impoverished.&nbsp;
He loves all people and mercifully extends His grace to all of us (Psalm 107:1, 145:9). If Christians truly desire to follow Christ, then we need to return to the Lord with our whole hearts. We need to repent, submit to God, and make the necessary changes in our lives to reflect His love and grace. As Christians, it&rsquo;s our role to endorse and promote the Bible, Jesus, and a proper understanding of theology so that others may see the light that we see.
Intersecting Faith &amp; Life:
The Bible tells us, &ldquo;The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it&rdquo; (John 1:5). When everything is in shambles around us, we need to remember God is still good and He is still at work. Even when it seems like evil prevails, God still reigns on the throne.&nbsp;
Darkness will never overcome the light.&nbsp;
Though everything feels dark right now, it will not endure forever. We should do our best to educate others, pray, and wait on the Lord. The Lord will bring deliverance for His people and restore our weary hearts. Darkness can feel bleak and daunting, yet it will never be more powerful than God. God is greater than all things, including disasters, problems, and evil.&nbsp;
Evil will always be at work in the world until the very end, but we must stay strong. Everyone has free will, and we cannot discount the evil nature of humans (Romans 3:23). As believers, we need to be aware of this and bring our hearts back to the only one who is truly perfect and good: God. God is the antithesis of evil, as He is full of love, grace, and compassion (Psalm 116:5).&nbsp;
His light will shine out of darkness, and we will be given relief. It might not happen overnight, but it will come. We need to continue to be patient, trust in Him, and know that He will prevail.&nbsp;
What is causing darkness to reign over you today?
How can you find hope in God despite the despair in the world today?
What are some things you can do today to bring your heart peace?
Further Reading:
Romans 16:17-20
2 Corinthians 11:12-15
1 John 5:19-20

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☕️ Why the Tongue Can't Be Tamed (And What to Do about It) ☕️ The Quickest Way to an Attitude Adjustment ☕️ Your Birthday: The Most and Least Important Day of Your Life ☕️ Noticing God's Blessings in the Hardest Moments of Life ☕️ One of the Sneakiest Lies Satan Is Telling the Church ☕️ How to Push Through the Weariness of Prayer ☕️ 3 Steps to Take When Facing Temptation ☕️ What to Remember during a Stressful Election Year
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