Have you ever counted the products that you use to get dressed in the morning? From the washcloth, soap, hair products, face products, make up, deodorant, perfume, toothbrush, the list could go on and on. I counted mine and the count is close to 30. Wow, it takes 30 products and about 30 minutes for me to get myself prepared in the morning. Last week God prompted my spirit when I was getting ready as to how much time and energy I put into my physical well being and challenged me about how much time I spend getting ready spiritually, mentally and emotionally in the morning. Which is really the most important?
I only need one product to get ready spiritually in the morning, my Bible. God has provided one powerful source of wisdom, encouragement in ONE BOOK. But do I take time to “get dressed” with it in the morning? Do I spend 30 minutes reading, listening, praying so that I am prepared to handle whatever comes my way that day?
These are challenging thoughts that have been tumbling around in my head this past week. My desire is to put on the whole Armor of God daily, so I can stand firm in His power.
Ephesians 6:10-17 (NLT) The Whole Armor of God
10 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[a] 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.[b] 16 In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.[c] 17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
