Do you sometimes question how the armor of God will provide protection for you in a world that is fraught with wars, natural disasters, and economic factors beyond your control? The world is full of danger and try as we may, we cannot always protect ourselves. We need God.
A key, well-known scripture is Ephesians 6:10-18 which talks of the armor of God. God’s word in this passage is to encourage and promise us that His protection is readily available, but that we need to do our bit as well.
The scriptures are not a guarantee that we will never face adversity. In fact, the more we are for God, the more the enemy is likely to attack us. There are also times when God Himself allows us to experience a season of trial in order to prepare us for what lies ahead. No matter the reason, hardship is inevitable in this life.
How do we do our part to ensure God is with us? What are these weapons we wage war with? Our best line of defense is preparation. The battles we fight on a daily basis are spiritual and for this, we must be ready as the Bible explains in Ephesians 6:10-18.
… with the belt of truth
When facing decisions, revert to the Bible for guidance. The enemy will use lies which may sound like the truth but only genuine truth will prevail. Going against God’s word and leaning on our own judgment and understanding can lead to calamity. Stand firm on God’s word and do not be deterred. Study the scriptures as this knowledge will protect us from many calamities.
… with the breastplate of righteousness
The breastplate guards the heart, the emotions. This is where we trust, experience anger, feel hurt and battle issues of self-worth. Live a life that abounds with the fruits of the spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. When we lead righteous lives, God protects us in heart matters.
… feet fitted with readiness
Be eager to walk where God wants us to go in order to spread the good news of His love for mankind. He will protect your way.
… the shield of faith
Trust God and build your faith daily so that when you are weak, your faith is strong. The shield of faith wards off those attacks that so easily destroy our belief. When we take a small step of faith, God reinforces it with His mighty strength. He will come through for you, you need only turn to Him and trust.
… the helmet of salvation
Know and believe that we are all saved by the blood of Jesus Christ who died for us, so that we may have eternal life.
… the sword
The sword is the Spirit, the word of God and our most powerful weapon. Listen for God’s voice and follow His command.
If we follow this advice and put on the FULL armor of God in preparation, God will be there to guide and protect you against the schemes of the enemy.
Life without the armor of God
There was a time when I relied mostly on my own strength and ability to protect my kids, my home, my finances, and my future. When life went wrong, I stressed and panicked because I doubted myself. Of course I did. It was only as I leaned into God more, put on His armor and learned to trust Him for His protection that I could face life’s challenges with peace.
People pick up on that peace and calmness. It isn’t me, it is God’s overwhelming all-encompassing peace that comes from knowing that He is there to watch over our every move.
As I grew in faith and closer to God, His protection became evident.
Learn to hear and respond to God’s voice
One such instance of God’s protection occurred one night many years ago as I traveled home from work.
I left late, I was far from home and it had been a long day. A storm raged overhead and I felt unsettled as I climbed into my car. A loud clap of thunder scared the wits out of me. Usually a calm person, the storm left me shaken, and as I sat in the driver’s seat I prayed, “Lord please protect me on the way home. Keep me safe on the road tonight, in Jesus name I pray.” His peace came over me immediately and calmed my jagged nerves. Eager to get home, I started the car and drove off towards the freeway.
The rain beat down on the car and visibility was poor. As I drove down the on-ramp in a remote area, a loud bang startled me. A rattle in the engine followed immediately afterward and gave me an even bigger scare. My heart pounded.
“Calm down Kerry, it’s only thunder and probably a stone thrown up from the road.” I prayed again for God’s peace and soon felt calmer. The rest of the trip was without incident but it was a tense drive nevertheless.
A close shave
The following morning I walked out to the car with my father and he pointed to a hole in my bonnet.
“Where did that come from?” he asked.
“I’m not sure. I never noticed it.” Confused, we looked around and on further examination, discovered the trajectory of a bullet that had missed my tyre by millimeters. The bullet was fired from the ground upwards, it penetrated the wheel guard, the battery and the bonnet. The load bang I heard was the gunfire, the rattle in the bonnet, the bullet as it met with resistance from the bonnet and fell back into the engine. Straight away, I was reminded of God’s prompting to pray for protection and the peace that followed.
A split second’s difference and the bullet would have penetrated my car door. The outcome would have been totally different. I still shudder to think what might have happened had I been hit by the bullet. Or if I had stopped on the side of the road because of a puncture.
I have no doubt that it was God’s hand that protected me that night. It is in these moments faith is built. We experience the loving heart of our Father as He watches over us. Increased faith enables us to live in the absolute certainty of God’s protection and provision.
The armor of God provides protection for our loved ones
I often feel led to pray for the protection of a loved one. Each time, within days, God’s hand of protection is revealed. The more I prepare with the armor of God, the more I see evidence of His protection.
On another occasion, as I relaxed in the bath, I suddenly had a vivid picture of my son with a gun firing next to his head. It freaked me out and straight away, I prayed for protection over him. 3 Days later he was at a restaurant when an armed robbery took place. The robbers fired a gun across the room, right next to him.
But for God’s protection.
God’s protection in the midst of danger
Has fear become your companion? It can happen when we face daily threats to our safety. If you are worn out from living in the shadow of fear, put on the armor of God. You can read more about Overcoming Fear in this blog post here.
The armor of God provides protection, but we have to put it on ourselves. God doesn’t do that for us.
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Immerse yourself in the words of Psalm 91 and take courage. God protects those who love Him.
Prayer Corner
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A prayer request for My Husband Dr.Pradeep Moses to bring him out of this Corona attack and protection for family from corona .To develop strong faith in God.
Hello Ujjawala
Praying for your husband and his restored health. Please let me know how both of you are doing.
Good Morning my name is Tallie, I’ve been praying for my husband and our marriage. What I’m interested in his not like my family from where my husband and I are from has a awesome prayer line it’s a zoom meeting where we could see our ppl and just pray for each other!!! But I’m praying one day I’ll get him o. Board in the trouble times. Not to mention he and I are going through a rough couple of yrs.. But I strong believe in my god my lord and all the he has shown us time and time again. My pastor said Sunday Reality is reality those are the days that we’re living in and there’s only one person that can change that reality and that’s Jesus himself and I strongly believe in that. So with that I would like to keep my family cousins kids my brother my mother and anyone whom may be affected by this epidemic. In Lard I also pray very very hard that any soul that needs to except you right now will turn from their wicked ways and will heed what we and what you have set before us I love you Jesus I thank you and this is in your most holy name Amen. My husbands name is Keith Metz Sr my Kids names are Maylone Sylve-26 Keith Metz jr-19 I plead your blood over my family lord not let no harm come to them or anyone the come in contact with my it be driving walking talking ect…. I’m a worried and praying woman.. also I’d like to pray for my mother and brother names are Mary dell Sylve and Gavin Sylve… we all live together and that in itself is a blessing to us… I love you lord and no one can change our Reality only but the father. God is the only one and I just pray the not only my family but the world get this… peace be with you Tallie
What a lovely prayer Tallie. I agree that Zoom has been a good way to connect and pray for one another when we can’t be together, keep going. I have also had my two grown children staying with us because they were supposed to be overseas, and I have loved having them around during this time. I think us Mom’s are happiest when we have all our family under our wings 🙂 Marriage is often difficult and takes lots of hard work from husband and wife. Always remember that Jesus can change any heart, and He will strengthen and keep you with supernatural peace during the tough times. Lord bless this marriage, wrap your arms around Tallie and comfort her as she fills her role as wife and mother, and keep her mind from worry.
For god so loved The world that he gave his begotten son that you and I may Be saved from the fires of hell and have eternal life with him the father the son and the Holy Spirit amen. This prayer just touched my soul. I’m paying or should I say standing in the gap for mine
Amen!
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I am so glad that you have been blessed with a wonderful man to share your life with. Arthritis pain can be very hard but I love your positive attitude to life when it is difficult. Take good care of your health, especially now with the virus, and stay safe. I pray protection, good health, and blessings over you, your husband and your marriage.