“Therefore put on the full armour of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.” Ephesians 6:13 NIV
Let’s prepare ourselves for each day’s spiritual challenges by making the following prayer part of our morning routine: “Dear Lord, as I get out of bed today, I know I’m stepping onto a battlefield. But I also know You’ve given me everything I need to stand firm. In the power of Your Holy Spirit, I put on the armour of God: First, I place the helmet of salvation on my head. Protect my mind and imagination. Guard my eyes, allowing no sin to creep in. Focus my thoughts on the things of God. Let the breastplate of righteousness keep my heart and emotions safe. I pray that I won’t be governed by my feelings, but by truth. Wrap Your Word around me like a belt. Safeguard me from error. I put on the sandals of peace to guide my steps. Plant my feet in Your truth. Empower me to stand firm against attack. Next, I take up the shield of faith. Protect me from Satan’s fiery arrows. Finally, I take up the sword of the Spirit, Your Word. Help me to read the Bible in a fresh, exciting way so I will always be ready to deflect attacks and pierce hearts with Your truth. I know I’ll face assaults today, Lord. But You’ve empowered me to stand firm. Thank You that You are my strength for the battle today.” Without God’s armour, we are as vulnerable as a soldier who goes into battle wearing only a bathing suit. Get dressed for success!
PRAYER THOUGHT
Lord, thank You for Your armour so we may stand firm in the battle.
PRAYER FOR TODAY
Lord, without Your armour, we are as vulnerable as a soldier who goes into battle wearing only a bathing suit. So we put on Your armour each day, empowered by Your indwelling Holy Spirit. AMEN
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE READING ASSOCIATION (IBRA)
Acts 10:34-48
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