MEMORISE: For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds. 2 Corinthians 10:4
BIBLE READING: Ephesians 6:10-18
10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
12 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.
13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
14 Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
15 And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.
17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:
18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
MESSAGE:
I came across a term, ‘soft life’, which young people use to mean that a person wants his or her life to be comfortable, easy, and free from stress or responsibility. Many young people today don’t want to be burdened with any responsibility or tasks, yet they want to enjoy the good things in life. My dear child, some of the people you see living an affluent life today may be fighting battles that are unknown to you. Your perception of them may have been clouded by the good parts of their lives that they post on social media.
It is important to note that life is not ‘soft’, and you will face challenges as you grow. This is why you have to put on the whole armour of God now to fortify yourself against whatever challenges that may arise. Each piece of God’s armour, such as truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and His word, is to protect and equip you for spiritual battles.
Beloved, many of the battles that we face aren’t physical; they’re spiritual. Whether it is peer pressure, fear, or doubt, God has given you the tools to overcome them. All you need to do is ask Him to strengthen you for the challenges ahead, and He will empower you with the strength to overcome them.
PRAYER POINT:
Father, please help me to fight all my battles, and give me the grace to stand firm, in Jesus’ name.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Mark 14:26-50, Deuteronomy 20-22