The Armour of God
The scriptures warn of Satan's schemes, encouraging us to thwart them.
This must not be by human means, for alone we can never defeat him,
but clothed in the armour of God and wielding the sword of the Spirit
our success is sure, which is why we must not daily neglect to do it.
We put on the breastplate of righteousness, the belt of truth round our waist
next the helmet of salvation is worn, whilst carrying the shield of faith,
wearing on our feet “the gospel of peace” we stand protected and sure.
Safe and secure we are then free to use the Word of God as our sword
The Word of God, the sword of the Spirit is the only weapon we may use.
Reliance upon knowledge, intellect, or ability, we must constantly refuse,
the use of these although 'right in our eyes’, Satan is sure to defeat.
God's Word alone is his ‘nemesis’ and will always cause him to flee.
Putting on the armour there is one more way we must prepare
wearing it shows our trust in God; it is thus to be put on with prayer.
This armour protects when facing the foe, and so it is we stand firm.
Protected thus, with the Spirit's power, Satan can do us no
harm.
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