Life is frustrating but God is FAITHFUL...
the world can be tough, but God taught us in Ephesians 6
how to survive in this world.
He gave us this guide through Scripture
teaching us which tools we were to use in "GEARING UP"!
Ephesians 6 tells us to put on the whole armor of God...
BE STRONG
"be strong in the Lord..."
Remember to lean on God everyday in every way ---
His Might is more powerful than we can imagine!
TRUTH
" Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist."
Protect yourself by covering your heart in God's Truth -
the Word of God planted in your heart each day will
help you navigate through the chaos of life.
RIGHTOUSNESS
"with the breastplate of righteousness in place..."
When we enter into a deep and personal relationship with God,
we allow the Holy Spirit to guide us in each decision and action daily.
GOSPEL OF PEACE
"your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace..."
Be ready to meet the needs of others with the Love of Christ
and the Message of Hope and Salvation
that comes from knowing God and His plan for us
and the willingness to share the Gospel with others.
SHEILD OF FAITH
"take up the shield of faith..."
This shield raised against the attacks
of the devil as he comes to steal - kill - and destroy
all that God gifts to us each and every day in our lives.
HELMET OF SALVATION
"Take the helmet of salvation..."
Being careful each day to wear your helmet - if we don't our minds
are unprotected against distressing thoughts that
satan uses to target us and make us doubt God's unmeasurable love for us...
REMEMBER - HE CHOSE YOU!
SWORD OF THE SPIRIT
"and also the sword of the Spirit..."
God's Word is the sword that slays the devil -
know His promises and claim them as your own...
they are power again the evil one.
When Jesus was tempted by satan -
He spoke the truth of God's Word to rebuke satan.
PRAYING ALWAYS
"and pray always in the Spirit..."
Not only are we told what armor to wear,
but also we are told what our stance should be.
Many times we find that as we seek God -
we find He is standing at the ready to answer and meet our needs.
So ladies - I ask you - how's your gear looking?
IS IT STORED? or IS IT WELL-WORN?
Don't head out with out ALL your armor.
With Love in Him,
