This is all I am going to say at this time. It has been a battle on many fronts and today I am so reminded that the spiritual battle is always taking place. Its only when things get heated up that things turn for something ugly ... because of the battle taking place. I am not going down easy. I am not ready to give in. I am standing and fighting and you should as well in the face of whatever it is you are facing today. Stand tall for God and let Him be your partner in the battles we face. Some are tougher than others .... but together the battle has already won. Carol thanks for talking things through and being in prayer last night and this morning. Shelley - Thanks for the talk this morning as you know first hand the battles that are taking place. We are in this together and we need others to help us when we have been wounded. Lets keep marching my brothers and sisters ..... its time to own your faith.

Ephesians 6 1-3
Children, do what your parents tell you. This is only right. "Honor your father and mother" is the first commandment that has a promise attached to it, namely, "so you will live well and have a long life." 4Fathers, don't exasperate your children by coming down hard on them. Take them by the hand and lead them in the way of the Master.
10-12And that about wraps it up. God is strong, and he wants you strong. So take everything the Master has set out for you, well-made weapons of the best materials. And put them to use so you will be able to stand up to everything the Devil throws your way. This is no afternoon athletic contest that we'll walk away from and forget about in a couple of hours. This is for keeps, a life-or-death fight to the finish against the Devil and all his angels.
13-18Be prepared. You're up against far more than you can handle on your own. Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it's all over but the shouting you'll still be on your feet. Truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and salvation are more than words. Learn how to apply them. You'll need them throughout your life. God's Word is an indispensable weapon. In the same way, prayer is essential in this ongoing warfare. Pray hard and long. Pray for your brothers and sisters. Keep your eyes open. Keep each other's spirits up so that no one falls behind or drops out.
19-20And don't forget to pray for me. Pray that I'll know what to say and have the courage to say it at the right time