A reminder for
today
Therefore, put on
every piece of God's armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time
of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Stand your
ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God's
righteousness. For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News
so that you will be fully prepared. In addition to all of these, hold up
the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. Put on
salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word
of God. (Ephesians 6:13-17)
This is my last entry for 2016. Wow, the year is over. Shall
we reflect on the year and look back, nope I think lets rather look ahead. Yes,
I know there is much to be grateful for in the year behind us, but that should
form the foundation of what is yet to come. The year ahead is where I think we
should put our focus on. Yesterday I had our security company here to fix some
of the alarm issues from the previous system. You see here in South Africa you
have to put in an alarm system with armed response, because our country has
become a haven for all kinds of bad people. But lets not get me started on
that.
One of the guys that was here is a born again Christian and
a fascinating person. He was in the special forces, then became a chef and
finally ended up as an alarm technician. What struck me is how he declared his
faith and had no issue of talking about Jesus and what Jesus has done for him.
I was just a stranger to him and yet he had no trouble telling me how Jesus
works in his life. What was just amazing is when he spoke about his time as one
of the response teams and how Jesus protected him so that he did not need to
fire one shot, the criminals just surrendered with no fight when they saw
these huge men of light that protected him. Now this is where I got goose bumps
in our conversation. He went on to tell me how a gypsy feared him when he came
to fix her alarm and how he single handedly took on 15 men when they tried to
rob a store. And all this time I keep telling you that we are worshiping and
awesome and powerful God and here walks this unbelievable testimony of our God.
So my faith got a huge boost yesterday. One thing he did mention is that we
should wear our Armour every day. So, today I make my first new year
resolution and that is to wear my Armour every day against the enemy.
First—Put on the
Armor of God
The Helmet of Salvation
Thank you, Lord, for my salvation. I receive it in a new and
fresh way from You, and I declare that nothing can separate me now from the
love of Christ and the place I shall ever have in Your kingdom.
The Breast plate of Righteousness
And yes, Lord, I wear Your righteousness today against all condemnation
and corruption. Fit me with Your holiness and purity — defend me from all
assaults against my heart.
The Belt of Truth Lord, I put on the belt of truth.
I choose a lifestyle of honesty and integrity. Show me the
truths I so desperately need today. Expose the lies that I am not even aware
that I believe.
The Shoes of the Gospel of Peace
I do choose to live for the gospel at any moment. Show me where
You are working and lead me to it. Do not let me become slack in my walk.
The Shield of Faith
Jesus, I lift the confidence that You are good against every
lie and every assault of the enemy. You have good in store for me. Nothing is
coming today that can overcome me because You are with me.
The Sword of the Spirit
Holy Spirit, show me specifically today the truths of the
Word of God that I will need to counter the snares of the enemy. Bring them to mind
throughout the day.
Then Pray
Finally, Holy Spirit , I agree to walk in step with You in
everything — in all prayer as my spirit communes with You throughout the day.
Have an awesome day dear friend of Jesus and I hope that you have an amazing new year and that you and your family will be blessed in the year ahead.
Cheers