1 John 2:9–11
“Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness. Anyone who loves their brother and sister lives in the light, and there is nothing in them to make them stumble. But anyone who hates a brother or sister is in the darkness and walks around in the darkness. They do not know where they are going, because the darkness has blinded them.”
Understanding this passage
John treats hatred of a fellow believer as evidence of walking in darkness, not light. Love is how we stay able to see clearly.
Why this verse helps
Anger can harden into hate and cloud your judgment. This verse warns that hatred blinds, while love keeps you in the light.
A prayer for you
Lord, do not let my anger become hatred. Keep me in Your light and help me love. Amen.