It was a great blessing to welcome our brother, Dr. Richard Beck, to teach

a rich and important message on the true nature of spiritual warfare. The

"devil" exists in many forms; in all that opposes loving kindness, in the

empty promises of the world, in the idols of our own hearts, and in the

voice of accusation that seeks to keep us mired in shame. Our choice is

whether to succumb to that story, or to place our trust and allegiance in

the transforming grace of Christ, our perfect advocate.