Staff Reports
In a world increasingly defined by division, Pastor Allen Jackson’s new book, Angels, Demons, and You, offers a timely reminder of the spiritual forces at play in our lives. Jackson argues that the conflicts we see in families, communities, and even nations are not merely political or social but deeply spiritual. By exploring the roles of angels and demons as outlined in Scripture, Jackson provides readers with tools to navigate this unseen battle and become “Difference Makers” in their own lives and communities. His message is clear: understanding spiritual warfare is essential to overcoming the forces that seek to divide and destroy.
The book’s release coincides with a broader cultural moment where division has infiltrated every aspect of life, from politics to family dynamics. At a recent open-mic event at USC, this theme was on full display as a father and son debated their opposing ideologies. The son, frustrated by government failures and societal unrest, questioned whether leadership could ever bridge such divides. The father, holding onto faith in government as a force for good, defended his perspective. Their exchange highlighted not just political disagreements but the deeper fractures within families that mirror the larger societal rifts.
Pastor Jackson’s insights resonate deeply in such moments. He emphasizes that these divisions are not accidental but are part of a larger spiritual strategy by forces of evil to weaken families, communities, and nations. As Jackson notes in his teachings, Satan thrives on division, using tools like resentment, pride, and fear to turn people against one another. However, Jackson also reminds us that God equips believers with spiritual armor—faith, truth, and prayer—to resist these attacks and foster unity. The family, he asserts, is God’s foundational institution for resisting evil and must be protected at all costs.
The USC discussion also touched on an intriguing idea: whether political leaders from opposing ideologies could work together to heal the nation. Pastor Jackson has suggested that such collaboration could reflect a higher calling to unity over division. He draws parallels to biblical examples of unlikely alliances used by God to achieve His purposes. While skeptics may dismiss this as idealistic, Jackson’s perspective challenges believers to think beyond earthly politics and focus on spiritual truths that transcend party lines.
Ultimately, both Angels, Demons, and You and the USC debate underscore a critical truth: the battle between good and evil is not just a cosmic struggle but one that manifests in our daily lives and relationships. Healing begins when individuals recognize the spiritual dimensions of their conflicts and turn to God for guidance. By fostering understanding and compassion within families and communities, grounded in biblical principles, there is hope for overcoming division. Pastor Jackson’s call to action is clear: equip yourself for the spiritual battle ahead and become an agent of unity in a divided world.
