Spiritual battles in the church

This article responds to discussions about spiritual conflict within the church, distinguishing between the church in its narrow sense (the elect) and broader sense (the visible sphere including both elect and reprobate). The author argues that church officers, though weak in themselves, are equipped with God's power to combat false doctrine and carnal elements through faithful application of Scripture and proper church discipline, emphasizing that spiritual vigilance must remain constant rather than relaxing after apparent victories.