“Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace” (Ephesians 6:13-15).
Our March and April studies helped us identify the Enemy and warn us about his tactics and targets. Isn’t it wonderful to know we can have a “War Strategy”? Our study begins, “By His death, burial, and resurrection, Christ sealed Satan’s defeat and declared Himself Victor.” It also includes this statement by Henry Blackaby: “Christians can become preoccupied with battling Satan..fighting battles that Christ has already won. If Satan can divert you to wage a warfare that has already ended in surrender, he will have eliminated your effectiveness where God wants you.”
Yes, we have an Enemy, and we must face him daily. However, we don’t have to face him alone. Holding to God’s Mighty Hand and following His “battle plan,” His Victory assures us victory. “
We must have a strategy and equip ourselves for battle. In Christ we have everything we need for protection. Ephesians 6 gives us what is called the “armor of God.” This week we will dwell on the three pieces of armor we are told to put on. These should be attached to us. In other words, don’t leave home without them. Leaving off even one piece of our armor will leave us vulnerable for an attack by the Enemy. As you dress in your armor each day, you are putting on the strength of God. In that strength, we will not be defeated.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray that monies and gifts will continue to come in for the WMO, and that others would see the need to give to the cause of world evangelism.
