Ephesians 6:10-13 "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand."
Against me earth and hell combine
But on my side is power divine;
Jesus is all, and he is mine!”
Quoted from C.H. Spurgeon
What comes to my mind as I read this rhyme is celestial battle.
I can almost hear the thunderous sound of gigantic swords clashing, pounding hoofs stomping and thrashing, as warriors of God the Almighty stand firm against the evil villains of darkness.
The war that rages 24/7 is in the spiritual realm.
The battle armor is hardened and sealed with the blood of the King of Kings.
The breastplate the warriors wear is secure because of the cross.
And who are these warriors protecting?
And to what cause do they stand firm?
It is the one who heard the call from the Caller
“Who will go for us?”
And I said . . .
“Here am I, send me!”
It is the youth who hears the gospel at camp and yields to Jesus by faith.
It is the mother who believes the Savior at His Word.
It is the prisoner who repents and is baptized.
And the cause for this battle over these precious saints?
L O V E
John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
Psalm 11:1 “In the LORD I take refuge.”
Please pray with me:
Dear Lord,
We are so blessed to have Your divine power and love on our side.
No matter how tough the battle gets, we know that we can win because of Your love.
Help us Lord to hear your call. Give us the courage to say “Here I am Lord, send me.”
Lord, in You I take refuge.
In Jesus Name - Amen
Love,
Chappy
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