Both within & without, human beings are constantly the stakes in battles between the principle of life & the principle of death

"Both within and without, human beings are constantly the stakes in battles between the principle of life and the principle of death. These two opposing powers are always confronting each other and it is always the weakness of one that makes the strength of the other. When a kingdom is powerful and prospers, all its enemies keep their distance. But as soon as it begins to weaken through the negligence of its governors or citizens, the enemies take the opportunity to attack and destroy it. Well the same happens within us, as hostile forces are always threatening to weaken us by taking away our peace, our inspiration and our courage. And we must be aware of them if we are to be able to stand up to them. Since we have come to earth to carry out work, we must not let negative forces become victorious. We must help the powers of life as much as we can, through knowledge, faith, hope and love, so that they may come out the winners."