The Battle

Today, at our weekly meeting, a colleague shared a session on “mindfulness” meditation and guided us through a 10-minute practice. Although it’s claimed to be non-religious, I think it bears a strong resemblance to religious forms (seems quite close to Buddhism).

Out of respect, I went along with my colleague’s arrangement, but in my heart, I prayed silently. During the prayer, I felt sad. This colleague actually had some exposure to Christianity before; he had good Christian friends who tried hard to influence him. From the first time we talked, I’ve wanted to bring him to church, but I always forgot, always felt unready. In the end, he’s found “comfort and fulfillment” through another way.

This is a spiritual battle. Lord, use me to fight for you.

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.
–Ephesians 6:12