Dressing Up

Put on the Full Armor of God 

– Ephesians 6:11

Yesterday we chatted about clothing ourselves with Christ’s compassion, gentleness, kindness, and humility.  Today, let’s dress for success and go to WAR and against the spiritual battles raging around us. 

For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.  - Ephesians 6:12

God goes on to describe the armor He provides us for the battles we fight every day:

• Belt of Truth – Buckle it around your waist and ignore the enemy’s lies.  You are good enough because you are a child of God; loved, accepted, and forgiven by faith.

• Breastplate of Righteousness – Slide it on to protect your heart from the temptations of today’s culture.  Following God’s right and just path is often difficult and flies in the face of what the world expects.

• Shield of Faith – Grab it, lift it up, and fend off the the enemy’s attacks of insults, setbacks, and criticism.  Faith is your best weapon against fear.  

• Helmet of Salvation –Strap it on and protect yourself from thoughts of needing to be perfect to be saved.  Your salvation comes solely from His grace. Trust in that alone. 

• Sword of the Spirit – Your only offensive weapon!  Hold tight to God’s word and use it against the enemy.  Know that the word breaks chains and tears down walls of guilt and shame. Share the word with others, slice through the darkness and walk confidently forward in faith.  

Finally, be strong in the Lord and His mighty power.  Jesus has already won the greatest battle in history and is seated in heaven next to God cheering you on.  You’ve got this battle!  Fight strong, stand firm, and pray every day with thanksgiving in your heart.

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