Powers of Darkness

 

Powers of Darkness

Our enemies are not armies, but demons

Many people are convinced we are living in the end times. They look to changes in the earth's climate, ever more disastrous storms and the failing economy due to the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the political upheaval in our land, as signs of the end times. Coupled with the increase in terrorist activity world wide and the rise of Islam, people are afraid.

The truth is that we do not know when the end is coming, for Jesus tells us that only the Father knows the date and the hour. We must remember our battle is not with earthly enemies, but with the principalities and powers of darkness. This is important to remember because the weapons needed to combat the enemy are not found in armies, guns, tanks and missiles, but in prayer. Our combat against the enemy must be centered in the church services, prayer, fasting, spiritual preparedness and repentance.

Our enemies are not armies, but demons who would demoralize us and strike fear in our hearts. In Christ Jesus we have all the strength to overcome the powers of darkness that are set upon our destruction. There is no need to panic when we have Jesus Christ by our side. The end days will come when God decides. As for us, we must always be prepared for the end, just as were the disciples. Fear is brought on by the enemy of humankind, the devil himself. In Christ there is no fear.

With love in Christ,

Abbot Tryphon