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We hear all the time about wars and rumors of wars. For some, the effects of war hit too close to home. If it doesn't, be prepared for the day may yet come that will touch you deeply.
I do not want to bring you down. These are just the facts. Where do you go when the sounds of war are so close? And, why not prepare now? It never pays to be laid back and unaware.
I know for myself, the battle comes even to me. My spirit wrestles when night falls and my mind longs for peaceful slumber but, instead I get to pace the floor, repeating the scriptures and lifting praise along with those prayers I send up to God.
Today, once again, I turn to the Word of God. Ephesians 6:10 says..."In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides].
I am unable to draw strength from the media, social or otherwise. Although, I am always listening for a good report or scripture to encourage my soul.
"Put on God's whole armor [the armor of a heavy-armed soldier which God supplies], that you may be able successfully to stand up against [all] the strategies and the deceits of the devil."
Have you noticed how David prayed in the Psalms? He could have written these verses by his own experience. The armor that Saul supplied was inadequate, too heavy. God showed Himself to be enough when David faced Goliath! It only took one of those smooth stones to do the job to lay the giant out flat. I love that!
"Therefore put on God's complete armor, that you may be able to resist and stand your ground on the evil day [of danger], and, having done all [the crisis demands], to stand [firmly in your place]."
Resisting the enemy is a choice. Yes, the days are becoming more obvious with evil. There is danger. At each time of crisis we are given all we need to stand firmly in place. God is with us!
The next few verses...14-18 tell us what God's supply looks like. Read it several times and make this your prayer everyday. Thank God for the supply! It is all we need.
We hold our ground with the belt of Truth. We stand in integrity and morality with God wearing the breastplate of righteousness. Our feet are prepared to face the enemy with stability, promptness and readiness that is produced by the Good News of Peace. We lift high the covering shield of faith which will quench all the flaming missiles of the wicked one. We wear the helmet of Salvation and the sword of the Spirit is the Word of God to fight the enemy.
And one more important thing...we pray at all times, at all times in every season in the Spirit. We stay alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding in behalf of all God's consecrated people.
Always give thanks to God for His perfect provision. In all circumstances, at all times. So, be empowered through your union with the Lord Jesus Christ. Where ever you are be looking up and follow in His steps. He will never leave you or let you down. You are loved and given an amazing free gift of Life. Be assured today that you have a home in heaven waiting for you. Bless you all in the matchless name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Abundance is...He is enough