Reflection 162- Light Dispels the Darkness

Reflection 162- Light Dispels the Darkness

From Daily Reflections on Divine Mercy by My Catholic Life!

June 10, 2026 · 3 min

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This episode reflects on how the light of God's mercy dispels the darkness of doubt, confusion, fear, and despair in our souls.

Reflection 162: Light Dispels the Darkness Light dispels the darkness. Scientifically speaking, we know that light and dark are not opposing forces; rather, dark is the absence of light. And when light enters in, the darkness is no more. So it is with the Mercy of God. Without Mercy, our souls are dark. We fall into doubt, confusion, fear and despair when Mercy is absent. In this case, we are left in utter darkness where the filth of sin can reign. But God desires to bring the light of His Mercy. When this happens, and when we open our souls to this gift, the darkness of doubt, confusion, fear and despair vanish. They cannot remain where the Light of Mercy resides (See Diary #831). When you look at your soul, what do you see? Is there darkness? Do you see its foul effects? Do you see doubt, confusion, fear or despair? Do you see sin? If so, the Lord desires to dispel the darkness that breeds these burdens and bring forth His merciful Light. Reflect upon the part of your soul that appears to be in most need of His Mercy. Know that He wants to enter that area of your life and waits on you for the permission to do so. He will wait for you to let Him in. Lord, please come into the…

Topics covered

  • Divine Mercy
  • spiritual reflection
  • light and darkness
  • God's mercy
  • overcoming despair

Keywords

  • Divine Mercy
  • light
  • darkness
  • spirituality
  • Christianity
  • hope
  • sin

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