Daily Devotional for October 10, 2020
Suit Up
Gavin joined the boys gathering on the football field for the sports camp put on by his church’s youth group. He watched as several members of the high school football team carried out coolers and equipment.
“Listen up, gentlemen!” one of the players called. “American football is a full-contact sport. Before we practice drills, Jack here is going to show you how we prepare for battle.”
Another player stepped forward. “The Bible tells us to put on the armor of God so we can stand against the devil,” he said. “It’s similar to the protective gear we wear when we play.”
Gavin watched him pull on a pair of pants bulging with padding and buckle them over his athletic shorts. “The belt of truth,” Jack announced. “It’s a fundamental piece of equipment on which all else hangs. Before we can begin fighting, we need to know the truth of the gospel—that Jesus died and rose again to save us from sin.”
Next, he tugged the chest protector and shoulder pads over his head. “The breastplate of righteousness.” He slapped his chest. “There are a lot of vital organs under here that are vulnerable to attack. We don’t want to open ourselves up to the effects of sin and Satan’s lies, so we protect ourselves by remembering that Jesus has given us His goodness so we can obey Him and do what’s right.”
His cleats came next. “Have your feet shod with the gospel of peace. That just means you don’t have to worry because you know the battle’s outcome. Jesus has already won the war against sin and death.”
Finally, he strapped on a helmet. “A blow to the head is the most dangerous injury a player can suffer. But the salvation we have in Jesus is our ultimate protection. The enemy can do his worst, but God’s children are safe for eternity. Any questions?”
Gavin raised his hand. “Where’s your sword of the Spirit?”
“On my bedside table where I read it every morning so I can hear God speak to me through His Word,” Jack answered. “You too?” Gavin nodded. Jack grinned and tossed him a football. “Then I think you’re ready to play ball.” • Michelle Isenhoff
How about you?
Are you suited up with the armor of God? The Bible says the devil actively tries to destroy us by tempting us to sin and telling us lies. We can be ready for him if we learn what God says in His Word and remember the truth of what Jesus has done for us. Putting on the armor of God is a choice we make every day. Be ready for battle!
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