or the provocation of hostilities among people. We are taking the adjective spiritual quite seriously. We are suggesting that life is not just biology; there is a uniquely spiritual dimension to reality. There are unseen, personal forces that have an impact on day-to-day life. Not all of these spirits are positive and benevolent either. There are many that are evil and bent on destruction. The Bible calls Christians to be aware of this and to prepare for a struggle. The biblical metaphor of spiritual