Naming It

God's kingdom come, his will be done right here.

When [the devil] lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.
— John 8:44c

Those curious about dark spiritual forces and demonic activity don't have to look far. We think of places like Haiti, parts of Africa, or remote islands off the Indian coast. We warn against astrology, palm readers, tarot cards, ouija boards, and crystals. But aren't lies, spin, gaslighting, and other forms of deception the most apparent evidence of evil at work? Evil's signature scheme?

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