“Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness.” Ephesians 6:14
October 10, 2023
With much attention being drawn toward the war in Israel we are reminded that proper equipment for battle is a must. There has to be protection for the mid-section. For the Roman soldier something like a “flack-jacket” for the vital organs was defensive armor. Christ’s warriors have both imputed righteousness and imparted righteousness. Imputed righteous guarantees the security of the righteous position of the believer. Justification by faith makes this possible. Imparted righteousness is the life of Christ reproduced in us by the power of the Holy Spirit (2 Cor. 6:7). Never forget that right living guards a believer’s heart against the assaults of the devil (Rom. 14:17). Satan is a tempter. God has made provision to deal with the devil’s deceits. Are there areas in your life where your defenses are down?
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“If thou hast fallen into sin through violent temptations, seek speedily for repentance for it, recovery out of it, and reformation from it.”
Vavasor Powell