Weblog: Scotland Yard Reports Child Sacrifices – Christianity Today Magazine

The only reason I post this topic on here today is to make sure we are aware of what is happening in places that we cannot see. Believe it or not, people still engage in witchcraft and dabble with darkness, and they may be closer than you think.

I always hesitate to talk about spiritual “warfare.” I think in recent years there has been an unhealthy obsession, and even mischaracterization, of the topic. People claim to know more than they do, and often I think that the most important issues are left in the margin. But in my reaction I do not want to pretend as though our enemies are “flesh and blood.” Ephesians 6:10-18:

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power. Put on the whole armor of God, so that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For our struggle is not against enemies of blood and flesh, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers of this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, so that you may be able to withstand on that evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. Stand therefore, and fasten the belt of truth around your waist, and put on the breastplate of righteousness. As shoes for your feet put on whatever will make you ready to proclaim the gospel of peace. With all of these, take the shield of faith, with which you will be able to quench all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Pray in the Spirit at all times in every prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert and always persevere in supplication for all the saints. (NRSV)

Let this outrageous article remind us of what is really going on in this world. Let us not get too involved into politics or social issues, but let’s stay focused on what is really at stake. We Christians need to find common ground on that which unites us.

May Alitheia Dialegomai never be a wedge that divides God’s people.