Exposing Darkness
“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” 2 Corinthians 4:19
The real war is not being fought in Iran, Afghanistan, or some of the more remote regions of Africa; no, the real war today is for the souls of men. Wars are always waged over territory this is no different. What is so interesting about this is, it is being conducted in plain sight, yet it is not so obvious. Failure to identify the true enemy only leads to deeper deception. In the movie, “The Usual Suspects” a statement is made that to this day resonates:
“The greatest thing Satan has ever done is to convince the world he doesn’t exist.”
Many consider this current period of our history to be post-modern where the very consideration of a maniacal spiritual being is beneath the intelligence of most. The response is often, “The Devil is just some contrived being that helps a weak person make sense of the problems they go through, most of which they don’t want to be responsible for.” The other side of this conversation there are those who say is he is just some creature out of religious fiction.
“The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.” 2 Corinthians 4:4
The unbeliever one can understand, however, our Christian Leaders should be people who see behind this thin veil of deception and into the face of the real enemy. Instead, many have been caught up in the bright light of popularity, celebrity, and just plain, self-centered kingdom building at the expense of Gods calling and his people. Having been shown the Kingdoms of the world by the god of this age, many have bought in lock, stock, and ministry. This is not simply a time to pray but watch while praying, and also keep your eyes fixed on that which is permanent and enduring, Jesus.
