Post by Woody Williams on Aug 1, 2008 6:02:04 GMT -5
Text for the Day -- Ephesians 6:10-18
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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power. Put
on the whole armour of God, so that you may be able to stand against
the wiles of the devil. For our struggle is not against enemies of
blood and flesh, but against the rulers, against the authorities,
against the cosmic powers of this present darkness, against the
spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up
the whole armour of God, so that you may be able to withstand on that
evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. Stand therefore,
and fasten the belt of truth around your waist, and put on the
breastplate of righteousness. As shoes for your feet put on whatever
will make you ready to proclaim the gospel of peace. With all of
these, take the shield of faith, with which you will be able to
quench all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of
salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
Pray in the Spirit at all times in every prayer and supplication. To
that end keep alert and always persevere in supplication for all the
saints.
Devotional
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These verses describe what you might call a discipline for survival.
It describes the daily awakening and dressing of your inner life, the
clothing of your soul and spirit. Because we struggle with spiritual
powers that seek destruction of life, it is important to be
spiritually armed and prepared. The list in this text includes both
defensive and offensive weapons like prayer and Word of God. What
morning ritual prepares you for your day?
Prayer
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Lord, I am strong when I am filled with your strength and presence.
Draw near to me today. Amen
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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power. Put
on the whole armour of God, so that you may be able to stand against
the wiles of the devil. For our struggle is not against enemies of
blood and flesh, but against the rulers, against the authorities,
against the cosmic powers of this present darkness, against the
spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up
the whole armour of God, so that you may be able to withstand on that
evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. Stand therefore,
and fasten the belt of truth around your waist, and put on the
breastplate of righteousness. As shoes for your feet put on whatever
will make you ready to proclaim the gospel of peace. With all of
these, take the shield of faith, with which you will be able to
quench all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of
salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
Pray in the Spirit at all times in every prayer and supplication. To
that end keep alert and always persevere in supplication for all the
saints.
Devotional
----------
These verses describe what you might call a discipline for survival.
It describes the daily awakening and dressing of your inner life, the
clothing of your soul and spirit. Because we struggle with spiritual
powers that seek destruction of life, it is important to be
spiritually armed and prepared. The list in this text includes both
defensive and offensive weapons like prayer and Word of God. What
morning ritual prepares you for your day?
Prayer
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Lord, I am strong when I am filled with your strength and presence.
Draw near to me today. Amen