Rising Above the Darkness: A Call to Action for Believers

As we start our day, the morning news often brings troubling reports of increasing evil and darkness in our country, more so now than ever before. Our college campuses and young people seem overwhelmed, crime rates are surging in major cities and now, even in the suburbs.

The issue of illegal immigration is also on the rise, with concerns about the intentions of many who enter. These developments suggest that we are indeed living in dark times, and disturbingly, it appears that our leaders and the current administration are not addressing these concerns effectively.

For many of us, particularly men, there's a sense of frustration and helplessness, a feeling that there's little we can do to make a difference. However, the Bible offers us a powerful counter-narrative to this sense of despair.

Ephesians 6:11-13 tells us, "Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." This scripture not only calls us to be prepared but also clarifies that our true battle is against spiritual darkness rather than the people around us.

As followers of God, we are urged to:

• Stand up for good: Embrace righteousness and oppose the forces of darkness.
• Pray together: Strengthen our spiritual foundations through collective and individual prayer.
• Speak up: Advocate for what is right and share God's truth on the issues we face.
• Engage with Scripture: Deepen our understanding of the Bible to effectively share our faith in these challenging times.
• Participate in community leadership: Run for local offices or join school boards to have a direct impact on our communities.
• Support faith initiatives: Engage actively with churches and support faith-based programs, podcasts, and community events.

The issues we face today are not random but are believed to be part of a well-orchestrated plan by evil forces that have been at work for many years. This is not just a conspiracy theory but what many see as the manifestation of Satan's attempt to undermine a country built on Godly principles.

We are undoubtedly under attack, but as believers, we are equipped to fight back. Ephesians 6:10 encourages us, "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power." Wearing the armor of God, we can stand firm in our faith.

John 1:5 assures us, "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." This promise is a reminder that through love and courage, our light can overcome any darkness. We must not retreat into silence but instead, shine brightly in our respective spheres of influence.

Now is the time to be a beacon of light for God. Let's be strong and courageous, not just for ourselves but for our families and our communities.

Let's embrace this call to action with love and commitment, ready to make a real difference. Together, we can push back the darkness and bring forth the light of truth and goodness.