This week, Ian will be flying solo, as Galen is away dealing with family matters, and I’d ask everyone to keep him and his loved ones in prayer for healing and peace. As we head into Labor Day, with summer winding down in the north and spring arriving in the south, it’s a natural moment to reflect on the season and the year ahead. But amid these rhythms of life, we can’t ignore the constant presence of evil in the world—a reality that inspired our Screwtape Letters podcast, rooted in C.S. Lewis’s reminder that dark forces seek to pull us away from God.

Scripture repeatedly warns us not to invite evil in but to expose and resist it. Too often, trouble begins with small compromises—relationships or habits that seem harmless but open the door to destructive influences. The Bible shows us, from Judges to the Psalms, that without Christ as our compass, evil flourishes and the strong exploit the weak. The tragedies we see in the news—school shootings, stabbings, hate crimes, trafficking, displacement, and violence across nations—remind us that demonic forces delight in sowing chaos and despair, pushing people to question God’s presence. Yet Romans tells us: “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

Confronting evil starts in our homes and hearts. We must guard against spiritual footholds, resist the devil through prayer and Scripture, and keep our families safe, both physically and spiritually. Small cracks—unchecked anger, harmful media, unwise choices—can become doorways for disruption. Leaders in the home must stay vigilant, while also practicing true charity, which weakens the grip of darkness and reflects Christ’s love. As Isaiah says, we are called to seek justice, defend the vulnerable, and care for the widow and fatherless. So as you enjoy this holiday weekend, remain mindful and faithful, standing firm against evil, and we look forward to Galen’s return next week.

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