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Prayer is a weapon

There can be little doubt of snares of the devil running rapid through society. Every day we see the ever growing trend of relativism spreading its tentacles and engulfing more and more of our youth. No matter where one seems to turn there seems to be images that denigrate and desecrate the human being’s status of being sacred or maintaining its dignity. That being said it must be remembered that this battle which is before our eyes is not mere differences in rhetorical opinion, but it is essentially a battle against the forces of good against the forces of evil; it is a battle against principalities and powers.   The Church has always been aware of this battle, even since its creation. Our Lord made this battle even more visible by the casting out of demons and forgiveness of sin, and was even subject to its temptations, as was evident during his 40 days in the desert; however, never fell to the evil one. It should be noted that there is a special name for the Church on earth, whic