The Full Armor of God
The Full Armor of God
As we await the imminent return of Jesus Christ to His Church, the Apostle Paul sets the direction on how we should be living in the meantime when he says in Romans 13:12, “The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light.” Put on what? Paul clarifies this when he talks about the Armor of God in Ephesians 6:11-18. He says in verses 11 and 13, “Put on the full armor of God.” Not just one piece or some of the pieces of armor, but the “full” armor of God!
Why is this so important? Because we have an enemy who knows we are in this world as beacons of light until Jesus returns; he will stop at nothing to put that light out! Jesus tells us in John 10:10 that Satan is out to steal, kill, and destroy us! Beloved, put on THE FULL ARMOR OF GOD!
Put on the Belt of Truth by reading, studying, memorizing, and meditating on God’s word! (Ephesians 6:14).
Put on the Breastplate of Righteousness by resting in the righteousness of Christ alone for Salvation! (Ephesians 6:14).
Put on the Shoes of the Gospel of Peace by telling others what God has done for you and imploring them to put their trust in Jesus too! (Ephesians 6:15).
Put on the Helmet of Salvation by filling your mind full of God’s word and allowing it to guide and direct you! (Ephesians 6:17).
Take up the Shield of Faith by trusting in the Lord and leaning NOT on your own understanding! (Ephesians 6:16).
Take up the Sword of the Spirit by proclaiming God’s word in your life, in your relationships, and in your world! (Ephesians 6:17).
Get busy praying in the Spirit always for all the Lord’s people! (Ephesians 6:18).
Beloved, the Armor of God keeps us safe when attacked. It protects us from the strategies and schemes of Satan, who wants to steal, kill, and destroy us. Put on THE FULL ARMOR OF GOD, and when Jesus returns for His Church, you will be found faithful, fulfilled, and full of God’s blessings! Praise the Lord!
This is Laine Wilder for Carry the Light Ministries, bringing you Insights From an Elder.
by Laine Wilder
author of “Insights From an Elder” for
Carry the Light Ministries
