The Armor of God
(Ephesians 6:10-19)
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13 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. 14 Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; 15 And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: 18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; 19 And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel.
READ THE FOLLOWING ALOUD EVERY MORNING
BEFORE YOU GET OUT OF BED
I Put On the Belt of Truth
Forgive me, Lord, for entertaining lies of the devil and walking in darkness. Give me courage to face the truth and to speak the truth in love. The truth is: (read a scripture here-example: “I am the apple of God’s eye.”)
I Put On the Breastplate of Righteousness
Lord, I put on the breastplate of righteousness today and seek to maintain a blameless conscience before You and the people around me.
I Put On the Battle Shoes
Heavenly Father, use me today to bring unity to Your family. Enable me to be a peacemaker.
I Hold Up the Shield of Faith
Lord, I raise up the shield of faith today and stand against tempting and accusing thoughts from the evil one. ” For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.
(II Cor. 10:4-5)
I Put On the Helmet of Salvation
I love You, Father, and thank You that I am united with Christ and spiritually alive in Him.
I Pick Up the Sword of the Spirit
Lord, give me courage to take my stand in this world and defeat Satan by speaking Your Word.
