Episode 77 - Armor of God

“The armor of God isn’t passive protection, it’s a strategic battle plan. Each piece isn’t just for defense, it allows us to advance. The war is spiritual and so is the armor. The armor only works when it is put on, The armor isn’t optional, it is vital. Without it you will not stand in the days ahead.” 

'And then he was astonished to see that there was no champion, not even one, who would rescue the oppressed. So then his own mighty power rescued him, and his own righteousness supported him.'

God's Armor: 'He put on righteousness as his body armor, salvation for a helmet; a garment of warring vengeance was his uniform and passion, his cape.' Isaiah 59:16 -17

'A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. 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. Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. '

Ephesians 6:10-18

'Therefore, put on the complete armor of God, so that you will be able to [successfully] resist and stand your ground in the evil day [of danger], and having done everything [that the crisis demands], to stand firm [in your place, fully prepared, immovable, victorious].'Ephesians 6:13 (AMP)

The "full armor of God," as described in Ephesians 6:11-18, is a metaphor for spiritual protection and strength, comprising the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and sword of the Spirit (the Word of God)

BELT OF TRUTH: (Greek word: Aletheia - Absolute, unshakable truth that holds everything together)

• Put on truth as a belt to strengthen you to stand in triumph.
• Represents the foundation of a Christian's life, grounded in honesty and integrity. 

BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS: (Dikaiosyne - Judicial approval from God, not self righteousness)

• Symbolizes the protection that comes from living a life pleasing to God, shielded from guilt and condemnation. 

SHOES OF PEACE: (Eirene - firm footed readiness from being in alignment with God)

• Stand on your feet, alert. Then, you’ll always be ready to share the blessings of peace.
• The readiness to share the good news of Jesus Christ and the peace it brings allows Christians to stand firm in their faith. 

SHIELD OF FAITH: (Pistis - Not just belief, but active trust and allegiance to God)

• In every battle, take faith as your wrap-around shield, for it can extinguish the blazing arrows coming at you from the evil one!
• Protection against the fiery darts of the evil symbolizes the ability to stand firm in belief and trust in God.

HELMET OF SALVATION:( Soterios - Protection over your mind and the assurance of God’s deliverance) 

• Embrace the power of salvation’s full deliverance, like a helmet to protect your thoughts from lies.
• Protection of the mind, guarding against doubt, fear, and the schemes of the enemy symbolize the hope of eternal life. 

SWORD OF THE SPIRIT: (Machaira - a razor sharp, precise weapon, not a broad sword, but a specific word from God for a specific battle) 

• And take the mighty razor-sharp Spirit-sword of the spoken word of God. 
• The power of God's Word defends believers and equips them for spiritual warfare, serving as a weapon against spiritual darkness. 

Truth guards you against deception.

Righteousness guards your heart against corruption

Peace anchors you when the world is shaking

Faith shields you from the enemy’s lies

Salvation secures your mind in Christ

The word of God becomes your weapon

 

In ancient warfare, soldiers stood together, forming a defense, A lone soldier was vulnerable, but when they stood side by side, their shields created an impenetrable wall. We are meant to stand together, The enemy’s strategy is isolation, making you weak and vulnerable. Final instruction: Pray. Prayer is how we activate the armor, how we stay ready for battle, how we align ourselves with God's power. 

 

The armor of God is not just a nice idea, it is a command.

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