Be a Light in the Darkness

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.“ – Isaiah 9:2 The Lord has a great promise for us found in Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans for you to prosper, and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Before this promise, let’s remember that God had a plan for Israel, His people, which was to be a light in the darkness. Yes, the Bronze Age was very dark and Judah was exiled to Babylon for a reason. Scripture repeatedly mentions two major reasons. First, they turned their backs on the poor, hungry, widowed, and those in need. I think we all understand that. The other reason that confused me was that they bowed down to idols.  They weren’t likening it to