Arm Yourself
January 27, 2015//
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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. 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.
Ephesians 6:12-13 (NLT)
Do you feel helpless to make a difference? Is the battle too hard? The war too big?
Don’t become discouraged. You contribute to the larger victory with every skirmish you win: one girl rescued, one meal served, one child sponsored, one family housed. You are one person who makes a difference by helping one person.
Together we are battling the Evil One, who wants us to feel overwhelmed and give up. But if we arm ourselves with every piece of God’s armor, He will protect us, equip us, and renew our spirits.
What is this armor? What weapons do we have?
“Truth, righteousness, peace, faith and salvation are more than words. Learn how to apply them. You’ll need them throughout your life. God’s Word is an indispensable weapon. In the same way, prayer is essential in this ongoing warfare. Pray hard and long. Pray for your brothers and sisters. Keep your eyes open. Keep each other’s spirits up so that no one falls behind or drops out.” Ephesians 6:14-18 (MSG)
With this I encourage you: Don’t give up. Continue to spread seeds of kindness every day because it matters. You matter. You are impacting the world. And lift each other’s spirits by praying for those doing God’s work all over the world.
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God is in Control – How I Almost Missed My Flight
Don’t Do It Alone – How a Guide Can Help
Sister Visit – Visting The Woman I Sponsor
They’re Not Just Stories – A Prison Visit
The Goal – A Toilet in Every Hut, You Can Help
A Day With Survivors of Trafficking and Rape
Renewing the Spirit – The Missionaries Worship
Encouraging the Missionaries and Each Other
A Success Story – One Girl at a Time
Sowing Seeds of Kindness – Devotions with Survivors
Living Intentionally – Defining Yourself
Who Are They? – A Report About the Men Who Buy Sex
Who Are They? – The Missionaries
Part of the Problem – A Corrupt and Unjust System
Rebuilding After Loss – Recovering from Flood Damage
Fighting Evil One Life at a Time