I say again we are at war, the battle is spiritual. The battlefield is our mind. Everyday we must put on the full armor of God. Be strong in Christ Jesus and in His power. Don’t wait until you are attacked; put on the complete spiritual armor God has given to all believers. Take every thought captive to obedience to Jesus Christ. Eph 6:10-18 .
Full Armor of God Links:
Warriors Prayer.
Belt of Truth
Breastplate of Righteousness
Sword of The Spirit
Gospel of Peace
Shield of Faith
Helmet of Salvation
Getting born-again is the beginning. To survive, mature, and thrive you need knowledge of truth. Having a living and growing understanding of your salvation prepares the believers mind for battle and our future. (Rom 12:2) says “ Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” It’s an ongoing process. As long as we are in these bodies we are being regenerated by the Holy Spirit as we grow in knowledge of God Col 3:10.
Belt of Truth
In these last days we hear many truths from many people but for believers there is the truth of God. The truth of the bible is the only truth that leads to life and the love of God. If anyone tell you differently its because they want you to be their slave (Rom 6:16). The truth of God is real and where we stand. When you bind yourself to the truth of God it becomes your lie detector. When we spend time seeking God and His truth we can discern truth from lies. Anything or anyone that comes against the truth of God is to be rejected. Lies and deceit have no place in a believer’s life. (Psalm 25:4,5).
Shield of Faith
“I got this” is what too many believers think and say. God tells us “Above all” take up the shield of faith. Too many think that because they have the Spirit of God in them; they’re the boss and in control. The truth is that God is always supreme and in charge, until we get in the way. When we lead or get ahead of the plan of God, failure and defeat will follow. I’ve seen it and continue to see it happening in the lives of believers. Pride goes before the fall.
It is only when we put our faith in Jesus can we defeat the footholds and strongholds of the enemy or move mountains (Mar 11:22-24). To be victorious in battIe with evil forces; the object of your faith is key. Is the object of your faith Jesus Christ or something else? The more truth we know and believe the better we can shield ourselves from the fiery darts of the devil.
Firm-Footed in the Gospel of Peace
The battle for peace of mind is the fight every believer engages in daily. This last generation is faced with almost insurmountable attacks of fear, anxiety, worry and doubt. “He works all things for our good for those who love Him”, Rom 8:28. Keep your hearts and mind on the words of Christ; they are peace Joh 16:33. God crucified His Son Jesus, for our sakes how can he not give us all things necessary for life Rom 8:31,32. The word of God tells us we can have the peace of God when we completely trust Him and cast all of our concerns and needs on Him in prayer (Php 4:6-7, 1Pet 5:7).
Breastplate of Righteousness
We put on not our own righteousness, but the righteousness of Christ, which God gave to believers and we receive by faith Eph 4:24. We no longer live according to our feelings but by the Word of God, John 6:63.The righteousness of Jesus is what believers live in, and live up to. This guards against and repels the accusations and charges of Satan. It defends the mind and is our security from all wrath and condemnation (1Thes 5:8,9).
Sword of the Spirit
The sword of the Spirit is the word of God. It’s our weapon for offense against the accusations and condemnations of the devil. To use the sword you must know the words of God. To know what God says requires time spent in the bible reading and learning from Him. The more truth of God’s word you know and believe the better you can defend against Satanic attacks. Read your bible! Know and believe the word of God and He will reveal the secrets that are hiding in your hearts that you may be protecting from the light of truth (Heb 4:12). His word is living, powerful and sharper than any two-edged sword.
Eph 6:18 Praying always with all prayer and petition, make your requests at all times in the Spirit, and stay alert with all diligence and pray for all God’s people.
Paul sums up our weaponry for Spiritual Warfare by telling us to pray Always. Praying always, taking every thought captive to obedience of Christ is a mindset about your relationship with Jesus Christ. Prayer is communication between God and you. It can be public, private, vocal, mental, written, anyplace or anytime, it depreciates evil and petitions good things. Be strong and persistent in Christ (Mat 7:7,8) .
When those familiar evil whispering thoughts come to mind don’t entertain. Immediately Reject, Repent, and Repeat with the word of God. When Jesus was tempted by the devil, He responded with the word of God (Mat 4:1-11). It’s about your relationship with Jesus Christ; not religion.
Warriors Prayer
Today I prepare for the battle for my soul. Today I claim victory over the works of Satan by putting on the whole armor of God.
I put on the belt of truth! I will stand strongly in the Truth of Your Word so that I will not be moved by lies from Satan.
I put on the breastplate of righteousness! I guard my heart from evil, remaining pure, holy, and protected under the blood of Jesus Christ.
I put on the Gospel of peace on my feet! I will stand solidly in the Good News of the Gospel allowing Your peace to flow through me as a light against evil forces.
I take the shield of faith! I stand in the faith of Jesus Christ so that I will be prepared for Satan’s attacks of doubt, denial, defeat, and fear so I will not be spiritually defeated.
I put on the Helmet of Salvation! I will keep my mind focused on Jesus Christ, so the enemy will not gain a foothold or stronghold in my thought life.
I take the Sword of the Spirit! I will use the two -edged sword of Your Word and keep them in my mind and tongue, exposing and putting down the works of satan.
By faith I put on the full armor of God, by faith. I keep Your Words in my heart and mind, I will speak your Words in faith. This day by faith I claim victory in Jesus Christ! Amen.
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