When a Christian walks in darkness, he jeopardizes his relationship with God. The further you walk away, the harder it is to come back into His grace. Self-deception is prevalent because you are being true to yourself, not to God. You become a pretender, thinking that God does not see, or know your actions. It is much easier to do what is right because it is God's will. Life dictates this philosophy. If you steal, you go to jail. If you work hard, and pray and believe, you are successful. The light is the only way.