Love worth finding

Dr. Adrian Rogers
Love Worth Finding

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. (Ephesians 6:10-13)

Ephesians 6:10-17 is not just a call to arms, but also a declaration of victory. If you are going to gain this victory, you must put on "the whole armor."

The Girdle Of Truth - The Believer's Integrity
Ephesians 6:14

A soldier in Paul's day had a leather girdle that he tightened about his waist to protect his loins and carry his weapons of warfare, such as a dagger or sword. The belt also held his tunic together so it wouldn't be snagged.

In Christian armor, it is integrity that holds everything else together. If you do not have integrity in the big and small things of your life, you are going to lose the battle. Would people say that you are a woman or man of integrity? If not, then you cannot win the battle.

The Breastplate Of Righteousness - The Believer's Purity
Ephesians 6:14

The breastplate of a soldier was sometimes made of woven chain and used to cover the soldier's vital organs. For the Christian, the breastplate is righteousness.

The enemy wants to attack you not only with lies, but also with impurity. He wants you to read filthy magazines, watch immoral movies, and engage in all temptations of the flesh. The bottom line is that Satan wants to get into your heart and mind. He's looking for a crack in your armor.

Four important things to know before engaging in spiritual battle. "The Winnable War" Greg Laurie, A NEW BEGINNING

In life, anything of worth comes with a struggle. The spiritual life is not immune to this principle. Temptations and struggle should not to be feared. So how are we to battle temptations in our lives?

God wants you to be spiritually victorious! "You're going to face a powerful, invisible enemy every day-the Devil."

While Satan cannot read our minds, he can influence our thoughts. It is crucial to note that if we open the door to Satan by failing to put on the full armor of God, he does, as it were, sit on our shoulders and whisper into our ears. "Does Satan Have Access to Our Minds?" Hank Hanegraaff, BIBLE ANSWER MAN

May the Lord richly bless you!