Praying on the Armor of God Makes Sense
Posted in About Joyce Pierce, News, Fashion, Advice on Apr 27th, 2007
As i was reading my morning devotional, I had to post this from my In Touch Magazine.
To prepare yourself for each day’s spiritual challenges, make this prayer part of your morning routine: (read Ephesians 6:13-18)
“Father God, I know that as I get our of bed today, I’m stepping onto a battlefield. But I also know You’ve given me everything I need to stand firm against attack. So in the power of Your Holy Spirit, I put on the armor of God:
First, I place the helmet of salvation on my head. Protect my mind and imagination. Guard my eyes, that no sin would creep in. Focus my thoughts steadily on the things of God. Second, let the breastplate of righteousness keep my heart and emotions safe. Third, let me not be governed by my feelings, but by truth. Wrap Your Word around the very core of my being like a belt, and safeguard me from error. Fourth, I put on the sandals of peace to guide my steps. Plant my feet in Your truth, and empower me to stand firm against attack.
“Next, I take p the shield of faith. Protect me from the fiery arrows of the Enemy, and stand me shoulder to shoulder with Your army to create a wall of opposition to the Devil’s schemes. And finally, I take up the sword of the Spirit - Your Word. Set it in my heart and mind in a fresh, exciting way so I WILL ALWAYS be ready to deflect attacks and to pierce hearats with Your truth.
I know I will face assaults today, Lord, but You’ve empowered me to stand firm. Give the strength for the battle today.”
Without your God-given spiritual weaponry, you’re as vulnerable as a soldier who ventures into battle wearing only a bathing suit. GET DRESSED FOR SUCCESS!
