F.L.O.C.K Ministries

I found this great description of the ‘Armor of God’ from Ephesians 6:10-18. I don’t know who wrote it, but they put it beautifully! We must get spiritually dressed every day. We must put on our spiritual armor each morning. We’ll then be able to withstand anything that may be permitted to come into our lives and experience victory. #1. The Belt of Truth {midsection/all other armor attaches to this}; Lord Jesus, you are the way, the truth, and the light. I pray that You will fill my mind with the truth all day, so that I will see things clearly, as they really are. #2. The Breastplate of Righteousness {heart}; Create in me a clean heart, oh Lord, and a right spirit within me. I pray that You will keep my heart pure all day, so I remain in right standing with You. #3. The Gospel of Peace {feet}; Heavenly Father, I pray that I have the Gospel of Peace in my life so that I might do Your works, and share Your Good News. Please help me to move forward throughout the day, walking with ever-ready feet, so that no matter what terrain I encounter, I will not stumble. #4. The Shield of Faith {deflects arrows of satan; allows belief in things not seen}; Heavenly Father, I put my faith in You. I know that You are a mighty and powerful God, full of mercy and grace. I believe in Your faithfulness, and I know that with You, all things are possible. I pray that I will stay strong in my faith, believing in that which I cannot see, even during challenging times. I believe in Your promises, Lord, and I pray that I will always remember that no matter what appears to be happening in my life, all things are working together for my ultimate good. #5. The Helmet of Salvation {head}; Thank You, Father, for the gift of Your Son, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ -who lived and then died a terrible death so that we might be saved, and given eternal life. I accept Jesus into my heart as Lord and Savior of my soul. I pray that You will protect my mind and thoughts all day. Please help me to keep my thoughts focused on only good and godly things, so that I might begin to think from Your perspective, and not the world’s. #6. The Sword of the Spirit {word of God}; Thank You, Lord, for the power of Your Word- for the guidance and direction that You so willingly give. Please lead me and guide me to the words that You have for me today. I pray that I will be diligent in my study of Your Word, and that I will continue to grow in mind and spirit. I desire to become a godly and righteous person, whose thoughts, words, and deeds give glory to You at all times. Lord, Thank You for Your protection and loving presence in my life! * I pray this touches your life and blesses you. We, everyday, are in a worldly battlefield, make sure everyday that you put on this ‘Armor of God’. It has protected me and I know if you have faith, it will protect you! As the Army of God it’s our duty to always be on guard, to watch out for the enemy and defend yourself and others by prayer. The enemy is satan and his fallen angels. Don’t fall into their traps. When things go wrong, no matter what it is, never blame God. That’s the number one thing satan wants you to do and don’t loose faith, but gain faith and know it’s satan trying to hit a weak spot in your life. Ask God for guidance and He will help you, He will give you strength, protection and direction! God Bless you this day and every day! Tina Shinn