Our Challenge
For all of its advances, the internet as enabled Satan to re-tool his spirits of gossip, slander, deception and divisiveness to enter the sheepfold under the guise of “discernment”, attacking those whom are already saved in a dying world. This spirit of “discernment” elevates personal piety to new heights while completely missing the greater gifts of justice, mercy and faithfulness.
Our challenge in fighting this spirit is to refrain from stooping to the same levels, to refrain from employing the same tactics.
Our challenge is to fight this spirit in love and charity - whether or not they are granted in return.
When we fail in doing all things in love, it is incumbent that we admit our mistake and repent, once again following in the way of love.
Our challenge in fighting this spirit of modern-day phariseeism is not to become a tax collector, standing on a corner saying “Thank God I am not like that Pharisee!â€
Our challenge is to find that middle ground where holiness, humility and grace meet.
