There's a Crack in Your Armor Perry Stone

goes out, all that remains is darkness. The basket represents the masks we hide behind—the false smiles, the fake laughs, and the phony self-deception that whispers, “You can make it by yourself.” When the light diminishes, the darkness appears. Relight the light again. Return to the simple knowledge of the Word of God. The understanding of Scripture brings illumination and revelation that will dispel the lies and deception of the voice of the adversary. It is better to be proactive , acting before the battle begins, than to be reactive , responding when the arrows are flying. The light of truth in your soul cannot and must not be hid. The manner by which you reveal the light is for your private illumination to become your public light, and your public light to never be hidden from a world of darkness. One minister who fell into sin made a sad but, in many instances, true statement. He said, “With my global notoriety, who could I have gone to talk to about my situation? Most men would have told others the moment I left the room, as it is difficult for some ministers to hold something in absolute confidence.” I would suggest that this generation is more open than any other for people to discuss their challenges, weaknesses, and to tell how they are being attacked by the enemy. Often those in the pews are facing the same attacks as those in the pulpits. It is always good to have special friends whom you totally trust, and especially your own companion, to whom you can go to openly share your private battles with. Many years ago when I encountered a terrible spiritual battle that was certainly demonically inspired, I tried for several months to fight it on my own, keeping the mental side of the