Since the collapse of the USSR, it has been assumed that the USA is alone at the top of the pile. But the rise of China begins to make that question relevant. But recent events in Syria and elsewhere have shown that agreements are still needed if progress is to be made between the nations of the world.
But I am reminded of the battle between good and evil, as portrayed in the Bible. Is it a battle between equals or is there a genuine superpower?
James writes to his Christian friends, in a very direct way.
'So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come close to God, and God will come close to you.' (James 4.7-8a)
For people who have chosen to place their lives in the hands of God, and who choose, daily, to humble ourselves before God - acknowledging his supremacy in our lives - the battle against evil comes down to choosing to resist Satan's appeals. The result will be - whether immediately or after considerable inner struggle - a victory, because of the overwhelming power of God.
So today, I go out remembering that I am linked to the only true superpower in the universe, and I am on the winning side.
That is good news, and a great relief!
Best wishes,
Richard
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