Michael Harrison's e-devotion

  I shared in the last e-devotion about the armor of God and the need for every piece, or not to miss putting on any of the pieces.  Today I turn to the reason why we need the armor God gives us.   It really is simply.  There is a complex battle going on that most people are oblivious to the reality.  I ask that for just a few minute minutes that you examine the battle, but look past the skirmishes and see who is at the core of the issue.  Just who is the enemy.  Look again at the core of these verses for the enemy and the need of the armor.  It seems obvious, but it might be hard to see or understand.  It might be too real to look at as well. Ephesians 6:11-13  NLT Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.  12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, ...

  Over the last few weeks I have been spending some time with a friend who is going through a difficult season.  This friend has taught me a lot, but one of those things they have taught me, maybe the biggest thing, is to deal well with the armor of God. Put this stuff on so you can live, so you can fight through or push through each day.  Each piece is important.  Don’t forget any piece of it. As you read through these verses today, pray these things for yourself and/or for those around you who are going through a difficult or trying time. Read on.  Here are some tools that will help us keep fighting: Ephesians 6:10-20  NLT A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.  11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.  12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this...

The storms will come.   Much like the hurricanes of recent weeks there will be storms that come in to our lives.   Often these have high winds and heavy rains, but some of the storms come out of nowhere and take us by surprise. Be reminded that the people who choose to follow Jesus have a proverbial “bull’s-eye” on them that makes them, or us, a mark for our enemy.   Remember that when God takes us places, is working in our lives and when we respond to God, the enemy WILL BE on our trail and seeking to knock us off the trail. What are you going to do when the personal storms of life come your way? Ephesians 6:10-18   NIV Finally, be strong in the Lord   and in his mighty power.   11  Put on the full armor of God,   so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.   12  For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,   but against the rulers, against the authorities,   against the powers   of ...

Note: much of the following post was first shared in 2015, and the armor of God is something we need to put on daily and to understand even more! Ephesians 6:10-17    NLT Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.   11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.   12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.   13 Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm.   14 Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness.   15 For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.   16 In addition to a...