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listening to the many thoughts which the malevolent powers at that
moment are begetting in him.
We need to observe whether the movement of our eyes follows
the consciousness of our minds or acts independently of the intent of
our heart. When a mind is passive the person’s eyes become dazed.
He is apt to behold many unsought and peculiar sights while unable
to concentrate on seeing what he wishes to see.
FinallyTo recapitulate. The phenomena of a Christian’s mind under the
attack of evil spirits are manifold and various. One principle,
however, underlies them all: the person has lost his control.
According to the ordering of God, each of man’s natural abilities
(among which is the thought process of the mind) should be subject
completely to man’s own rule. But should a Christian unknowingly
give ground to evil spirits they may occupy his mental life and take
direct action therein, unhampered by the victim’s will. Consequently,
if ever the Chrisitian discovers any independent action in his mind he
should realize he is under the assault of the powers of darkness.
Inactivity in place of activity, disquietude instead of calm,
restlessness due to overflowing thoughts, inability to concentrate or
distinguish or remember, confusion beyond control, labors without
fruit, worklessness during the day and dreams and visions in the
night, insomnia, doubts, unwatchfulness, fear without reason,
disturbance to the point of agony—one and all are nefariously
inspired by the evil spirits.