Putting on the ARMOUR Of GOD

“We never take the armor off, but this step means renewing our commitment to wearing that armor. Thus daily . . . we fasten Truth around our loins, tie the Preparation of the Gospel of Peace on our feet; buckle Jesus’ Righteousness around our chest; place the Helmet of Salvation on our heads; take the Shield of Faith on our left arms; unsheathe the Word of God as our sword, and stand before God ready to do prayer battle. How often? I usually put on the armor of God each morning in my devotional time. But, when I face a special prayer battle, I often say: “Father, I renew my wearing of Your armor fully right now, so that I may have full protection against the enemy.” As I begin prayer battle, I also affirm, “The Lord Jesus won total victory over the enemy, and I claim that same victory in this battle.”
Paul refers to “spiritual weapons” with which we wage prayer warfare. . . . Here are a few:
· 1. The Blood of the Lamb (Revelation) 12:11).
· 2. The Word of Our Testimony (Revelation 12:10).
· 3. Faith (Hebrews 11:6).
· 4. The Name of Jesus (John 16:23; Philippians 2:9, 10)
Other such weapons include the various kinds of prayer—petition, intercession,
thanksgiving, and praise. . . . I challenge you to search out these and other weapons and learn how to use them in your pray life. . . . These weapons are real, and we can use them in prayer warfare.
Do not neglect the chief weapon—the Word of God. Not only study the Word of God, but also use it continually in every prayer and in every life situation. . . . Study the Bible and speak its words in each crisis you face. Pray God’s Word back to Him. Write His Word down and keep it in front of you at home, in your car, and at work. Do this until using the Word becomes and automatic reflex. This is the key to victory.
Then, having prepared in this way, simply begin personal battle. How Pray . . . pray . . . pray. Pray regularly—pray earnestly.”

My Prayer

“This my prayer, dear Lord, today, As I travel Life’s pathway;
May I brighten, guide, enlighten Those I meet along my way.”

“You can tell how great a person is by what it takes to discourage him.”