Mitt Romney & Barak Obama are fighting to win the approaching US Presidential election. But they cannot both win.
In the Jimmy Savile business, many people are fighting to get to the truth. Some may be keener that the truth does not become known.
In the follow up to the Hillsborough tragedy, the present government is committed to fighting for the truth to emerge about the appalling cover-up perpetrated by South Yorkshire police. Some of the 1400 police who were serving at the time will be hoping the truth does not get revealed.
On every side, there is a fight going on, even if fists and weapons are not used.
The Bible presents the Big Fight as the battle between light and darkness.
Jesus was very clear about his own role. “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” (John 8.12)
In our daily lives, we face the constant pressure to keep fighting against all that would lead us away from doing God's will.
St. Paul presents this very powerfully. 'With the Lord’s authority I say this: Live no longer as the Gentiles do, for they are hopelessly confused. Their minds are full of darkness; they wander far from the life God gives because they have closed their minds and hardened their hearts against him.' (Ephesians 4.17-18)
If we are unaware of the relentless pressures we face, we may merely drift into bad habits.
So we must take avoiding action. 'Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.' (Ephesians 4.21-24)
We can know that the living Lord Jesus will help us by his Spirit to live lives that glorify him. Knowing that we are on the winning side will make all the difference as we face today's struggles.
Best wishes,
Richard
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