“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” – John 1:5
Bible Verses About Darkness And Evil
Genesis 1:2 – The earth was formless and empty, and darkness covered the deep waters, when God began to create the heavens and the earth.
“The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.” – Genesis 1:2
Isaiah 5:20 – This verse warns against calling evil good or good evil, revealing the moral confusion in society.
“Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!” – Isaiah 5:20
John 3:19 – Here, Jesus explains that people love darkness rather than light because their deeds are evil.
“And this is the judgment: the light has come into the world, and people loved the darkness rather than the light because their works were evil.” – John 3:19
Romans 13:12 – Paul encourages believers to put on the armor of light and live righteously.
“The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light.” – Romans 13:12
Ephesians 5:11 – Paul tells us not to associate with the unfruitful works of darkness but to expose them instead.
“Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them.” – Ephesians 5:11
2 Corinthians 6:14 – This verse advises against being unequally yoked with unbelievers to avoid the darkness that comes with it.
“Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?” – 2 Corinthians 6:14
1 John 1:5 – John reminds us that God is light and in Him, there is no darkness at all.
“This is the message we have heard from Him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all.” – 1 John 1:5
Psalms 82:5 – The psalmist discusses the consequences of ignorance in darkness.
“They have neither knowledge nor understanding; they walk about in darkness; all the foundations of the earth are shaken.” – Psalms 82:5
Proverbs 2:13 – This verse warns against those who abandon the paths of righteousness and walk in darkness.
“Who forsake the paths of uprightness to walk in the ways of darkness.” – Proverbs 2:13
Matthew 4:16 – Jesus begins His ministry by being a light in a dark region.
“The people dwelling in darkness have seen a great light, and for those dwelling in the region and shadow of death, on them a light has dawned.” – Matthew 4:16
James 1:17 – This verse reassures believers that all gifts from God are perfect and come from the Father of lights, away from darkness.
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.” – James 1:17
2 Peter 2:4 – This warns about the fate of angels who sinned, being cast into darkness.
“For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but cast them into hell and committed them to chains of gloomy darkness to be kept until the judgment.” – 2 Peter 2:4
1 Thessalonians 5:5 – This verse reminds us that we are children of light, not of darkness.
“For you are all children of light, children of the day. We are not of the night or of the darkness.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:5
Matthew 6:23 – Jesus explains how the eye, as the lamp of the body, can either bring light or darkness.
“But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light in you is darkness, how great is the darkness!” – Matthew 6:23
Psalms 27:1 – David celebrates that the Lord is light and salvation, showcasing his confidence in God over darkness.
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” – Psalms 27:1
Proverbs 4:19 – This warns about the way of the wicked, contrasting it with the path of the righteous.
“The way of the wicked is like deep darkness; they do not know over what they stumble.” – Proverbs 4:19
1 Peter 2:9 – Peter speaks of the calling to proclaim the praises of Him who called us out of darkness into His marvelous light.
“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for His own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.” – 1 Peter 2:9
Hebrews 12:15 – This urges us to see that no one fails to obtain the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble.
“See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled.” – Hebrews 12:15
Ephesians 6:12 – Paul explains how we wrestle against spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.
“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.” – Ephesians 6:12
Revelation 21:25 – This describes the glory of heaven where there is no night.
“And its gates will never be shut by day—and there will be no night there.” – Revelation 21:25
Mark 1:34 – Jesus heals many who were sick and casts out demons, showing His authority over darkness.
“And He healed many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons. And He would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew Him.” – Mark 1:34
Colossians 1:13 – Paul explains how God delivered us from darkness and brought us into His kingdom.
“He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son.” – Colossians 1:13
Micah 7:8 – This encourages us to rejoice when we stumble, knowing the Lord will bring us out of darkness.
“Rejoice not over me, O my enemy; when I fall, I shall rise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord will be a light to me.” – Micah 7:8
Isaiah 60:2 – This verse speaks of the light that has come to Israel, dispelling great darkness.
“For behold, darkness shall cover the earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the Lord will arise upon you, and His glory will be seen upon you.” – Isaiah 60:2
Acts 26:18 – Paul shares the mission to turn people from darkness to light.
“To open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me.” – Acts 26:18
Luke 22:53 – Jesus mentions the hour of darkness when evil takes charge.
“When I was with you daily in the temple, you did not try to seize me. But this is your hour, and the power of darkness.” – Luke 22:53
Psalms 91:5 – This verse comforts us not to fear the terror of the night.
“You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day.” – Psalms 91:5
Revelation 16:10 – The fifth angel poured out his bowl on the throne of the beast, bringing darkness.
“The fifth angel poured out his bowl on the throne of the beast, and its kingdom was plunged into darkness. People gnawed their tongues in anguish.” – Revelation 16:10
Matthew 25:30 – This speaks about the useless servant who is cast into outer darkness.
“And cast the worthless servant into the outer darkness. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” – Matthew 25:30
Final Thoughts
As we explore the Bible verses about darkness and evil, it becomes clear that God desires light and goodness for us. We find encouragement in knowing that even in dark times, His light shines brightly. Engaging with these verses can help us understand the importance of choosing light over darkness. We can look to God’s Word for guidance and strength as we navigate through the challenges presented by evil. It is vital to remember that we have the power to choose light and reject darkness in our lives.
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Open your heart and mind to the wisdom of scripture, allowing God’s light to lead the way.