They are darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them, due to their hardness of heart. Ephesians 4:18
They. Those others. They are darkened. This can only refer to others when from the vantage point of the light. Only those in the light can see to recognize those in darkness as being others.
And this verse describes a terrible plight. Darkened in understanding. Alienated from the life of God. Ignorant. Hardness of heart. Would to God that all who are in such a plight would receive sound teaching and instruction, the good news of the good message. Would to God that all would therewith receive understanding and be reconciled to God for the reviving of their hearts to the light of life.
God, grant that we may see Your light, that we may know Your life, hear Your Truth and understand what is right. Grant that we may have grace and mercy to collaborate with You in this great work of declaring Your good news and the saving message of Life. Grant that we may partner with You in coming to Your Light and calling others to Your Light as well.
Wisdom in the WORD 