"But let us who are of the day be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and as a helmet the hope of salvation." 1 Thessalonians 5:8 Recently I stood on a mountain and looked over into the most famous battlefield in the world, the Valley of Jezreel. We know it as the Valley of Armageddon. The first recorded battle in history took place there, and the last battle fought on earth will take place there. Everyone from pharaohs, Romans, Crusaders, Napoleon, Germa and Brits have fought in that valley. While it is the most famous valley, the most common battlefield is the human heart and mind. That is why Paul instructs us to cover our hearts with the breastplate of faith and love our minds with the helmet of salvation. Faith brings the righteousness of Christ to our lives, and love expresses that righteousness to men. The hope of salvation protects the mind and encourages us as well. Every day Satan battles for control of your thoughts and your heart. The only way to have victory is by staying on the alert and being ready. Suit up.
Posted on: Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:26:38 +0000
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