Spiritual War

Whether we like it or not, we are in a spiritual war right now and the state of affairs is disastrous.  I read an article today on a blog that I follow and I honestly thought I was seeing things.  Please check out this article from The Crooked Halo and take action against this atrocity.  (Apparently there is a so-called “art” exhibit that is showing a man performing oral sex on Jesus.)  I’ll let you read the article for yourself.  I am horrified and outraged and it’s time we all did something about this because complacency just doesn’t cut it anymore.

The ongoing war in the Middle East is bad enough, but the spiritual war that is plaguing humanity is at an unprecedented level of disaster, and it’s only going to get worse.  We have to keep remembering that there are all sorts of subtle tactics that the enemy, Satan, uses in his efforts to destroy souls.  I’ve said over and over again that he’s not going to show up at your door on Halloween in horns and a tail saying Boo! It just doesn’t work that way; he’s much more intelligent than that.  It’s time we saw the truth for what it really is; the end game that will end all games.

There is a lovely young woman by the name of Lila Rose who has been a wonderful influence and inspiration on the Pro-Life movement in recent years.  Her courage and determination to put an end to the culture of death that is destroying our society is admirable and heroic.  She is certainly a role model for the youth and I hope and pray that her efforts continue to cross boundaries and break barriers.  I would also like to recommend another young woman whose blog article I linked to the other day.  She has written another wonderful article against abortion and it includes some beautiful images that speak for themselves.  This young lady is poised to be another Lila Rose, as are so many other vibrant, young people with voices that need to be heard.  I hope you will encourage her to continue her efforts to promote the culture of life.

Spiritual War Takes Many Forms

Spiritual war can manifest itself in various ways.  Given the rise in hate crimes, pornography, child exploitation and even the basic lack of respect that is so prevalent in today’s society, you would have to be deaf, dumb and blind not to absorb this blatant truth for what it is.  I read this disturbing article a few weeks ago that points out where we seem to be moving toward in the present day pop culture: “Lady Gaga and the death of sex.”

Lately I’ve given quite a bit of thought as to the subtle ways that Satan lures people into crossing moral boundaries.  I’ve been thinking that it’s almost as if some sick pockets of society would have us believe that there is no difference between a man and a woman and anything goes, sexually; just one example of how Satan trashes life.  Father John Corapi has said: “This is where the Devil wants humanity: dead in a garbage can.”  And he went on to horrify the audience as he explained that he had actually seen human beings in garbage cans; teens that had been addicted to drugs or gotten involved in prostitution.

The gift of life is trashed as abortions are performed at an alarming rate, suicides are on the rise, child exploitation is at a heightened level, drug and alcohol abuse are out of control, idolization is practically everywhere we turn, perversity is considered cool in some circles, and the list goes on.  When is enough enough?!  The moral fiber that makes us human is being ripped apart and we are watering down the core of our faith, making a mockery out of religion, and taking the stance that every person has the right to freedom.  Yes, every person does have the right to freedom, but there is a huge difference between freedom and license.  That in itself could be a whole other article; discussing the difference between the two.  And death of a human being, whether by abortion or euthanasia, is still death.

Spiritual War and Our Lady

Our Lady’s role in these latter times is essential for our salvation.  She is our true comrade in this spiritual war with the enemy and she is pleading for our prayers and penance.  I am now going to close with a marvelous quote from a favorite saint of mine, Saint Louis de Montfort:

“These great souls filled with grace and zeal will be chosen to oppose the enemies of God who are raging on all sides. They will be exceptionally devoted to the Blessed Virgin.  Illumined by her light, strengthened by her food, guided by her spirit, supported by her arm, sheltered under her protection, they will fight with one hand and build with the other.  With one hand they will give battle, overthrowing and crushing heretics and their heresies, schismatics and their schisms, idolaters and their idolatries, sinners and their wickedness.  With the other hand they will build the temple of the true Solomon and the mystical city of God, namely, the Blessed Virgin, who is called by the Fathers of the Church the Temple of Solomon and the City of God.  By word and example they will draw all men to a true devotion to her and though this will make many enemies, it will also bring about many victories and much glory to God alone.”

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