When the Gospel Confronts the Darkness
There is something powerful—and sometimes uncomfortable—about the gospel being proclaimed openly. The message of Jesus is full of love, mercy, forgiveness, and grace. But it is also a message that confronts us. It tells us that sin is real. It tells us that humanity cannot save itself. It tells us that darkness does not become light simply because culture learns to tolerate it. And then it gives us the greatest news imaginable: Jesus Christ came to set captives free. “So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.” — John 8:36 The Gospel Exposes What Is Hidden Jesus said that light came into the world, but people loved darkness rather than light because their deeds were evil. John 3:19–21 shows us something important about the human heart: light exposes what darkness would rather keep hidden. That is why the gospel can sometimes produce very different reactions. Some hear about Jesus and become curious. Some become convicted. Some repent. Some rejoice. Others become uncomfortab...
