Ephesians 6:15,16 Stand firm, take your shield, have faith

Good morning everyone! God is good all the time, all the time God is good.
TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!

To go forth into battle we need to be prepared and we have been talking about putting on the armour of God. Let's move to verse 15.

Ephesians 6:15 "And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;"

Your having firm footing, for sure steps, and for protection. Preparation indicates readiness; prepared to see duty, prepared to do God's will, and prepared to proclaim the gospel of peace.

Ephesians 6:16 "Above all taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked."

The shield is the large oblong shield for full protection. This is to be taken with you. Faith is utter dependence on God, upon His presence and His power. Faith puts God between you and the enemy.

The fire-tipped darts are the arrows dipped in combustible material and set on fire in Satan's malignant efforts to destroy you. The shield will quench every one of them without exception. It will stop the missiles and put out the fire.

Just remember, as you go forth you will need firm footing. stand your ground; you will need the shield of faith - God is standing in for you and will defeat the foe. Stand firm, carry your shield, and have faith. Trying times lie ahead, satan lays a snare for you, just remember to take your armour and trust in the LORD. Love you all.

In Christ's Love and Grace
Johnny