In the last sermon of his series on 1 John, minister Aaron Hill reminds listeners that John wants his fellow believers to have confidence, to know that they are saved. Though the whole world lies in the power of the evil one, John says that we know we are from God. If we could only see the evil spirits at work around us, our perspective would change. This world is evil. People aren't basically good as we often hear. They are basically sinful and fallen, but Jesus gave himself to deliver us from this present evil age! While the god of this world is blinding the eyes of unbelievers, we must remember that Jesus has won the battle. Oftentimes, having assurance of our salvation is not emphasized, yet John says we CAN know! As we confess our sins, no longer walking in darkness but in the light of Jesus, let us rejoice in the salvation Jesus has given us.