Day 18 - Did God Create Darkness
- Pastor b.Side
- Jan 18
- 2 min read
I form the light and create darkness, I make peace and create calamity; I, the LORD, do all these [things]. - Isaiah 45:7
Life can seem like it’s out of control. That’s because things in life are out of our control, not God’s control. Things can’t literally be “out of control.” When we understand the nature of God as Creator and recognize the extent of His glory, it’s impossible to conclude that things are beyond His control. We often live as if there are things God didn’t account for. Sometimes, we act as if God has to scramble to address situations that suddenly arise. It doesn’t work that way.
“I form the light…”
Scripture teaches that God is light, and there is no darkness of any kind in Him. Clearly, God is the One who created the physical light we see in the world today. This raises the question: Where did darkness come from? Where did the characteristics and consequences of darkness originate?
“And create darkness…”
Isaiah 45:7 states that God created darkness! It can be difficult for people to understand that truth. Some people feel they must apologize on God’s behalf because of this issue. When we consider how God speaks in Isaiah Chapter 45, there is no shame from Him when declaring this truth. So why should we feel ashamed?
“I make peace and create calamity; I, the LORD, do all…”
God controls all things He made just as a potter controls the objects they shape and form. This includes darkness and everything associated with it. If it’s part of God’s creation, He is aware of it, governs it, and has a spiritually-centered purpose for it. While things may appear chaotic and confusing from our perspective, this is never the case from God’s viewpoint. Since He wields power over everything – even the aspects of darkness – He can create any outcome He desires at any time. Because God always acts according to His perfect standards, which are good and right, we have no reason to worry, regardless of how dark things may seem. We must remember that the One who is Light created darkness for a reason. His purposes and the methods of His work are far too great and glorious for our minds to grasp! So, do we trust that He will do the right thing with everything He’s made?
Prayer for today
Our heavenly Father, we acknowledge that Your Word is true, even when it’s difficult to grasp. We confess that we don’t always comprehend how You utilize darkness for good purposes to bring forth light. We admit that we don’t always appreciate or agree with Your use of darkness in our lives. Forgive us, and help us trust that You will demonstrate that Your purposes are supremely good, right, and true when Your work is complete. Until then, grant us faith to trust, thank, and praise You for who You are. We pray these things in Jesus’ name – the One who conquered the darkness of sin, death, and hell on our behalf. Amen!
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