My Spiritual War

The war goes on and on
It is part of the timeless conflict
I am a Spartan, a warrior, fighting darkness
The land is full of wolves and the sea with sharks
Wearing my Cross, I willingly face all danger
At work, lies and deceitful charges are hurled at me
I am tempted to return the fire
Instead, I turn the other cheek
At home, caring for my wife’s illness and aging parents weigh heavily upon me
I am tempted to serve my needs first and ignore theirs
Instead, I turn the other cheek.
Ego, pride, fear, like guided missiles, attack my heart
Prayer and worship attempt to shoot them down
Some get through and wound me
It has been a rough July
The daily battles are taking a toll
I have been weakened
I need rest
As I begin floating in a sea of despair, I hear an Angelic voice telling me:
“Continue the good fight”
“You are winning”
I smile, and prepare for the battle ahead by putting on the armor of God, fighting with the sword of the Holy Spirit and the shield of faith (Ephesians 6:13)
The war goes on and on


James
Toronto Ontario
August 6, 2007