The Armor – Sword
Thursday, October 13
The Armor – Sword
Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Ephesians 6:17
A part of our armor, or protection, which is described in Ephesians Chapter 6, is the sword. The sword is a sharp weapon used to cut through for demolition or cut through for repair. The sword can cut into any enemy argument, lie or attack. But of course we must learn how to handle it correctly, just as we are careful with viciously sharp knives in ourselves.
The sword is double sided. When we read the word of God is it meant for protection but it also reads to correct us when we are wrong. God doesn’t want us to pretend. The Word of God is called the sword of the Spirit because we need the Holy Spirit to help us. And remember that he is the Spirit of truth. From that place of reality, when we are being real with God about how we feel, the Holy Spirit will then show us which part of the Word of God to hold on to.
God’s Word is sharper than a sword. It can divide between joins and flesh, soul and spirit. It is given to us to stop the enemy from hurting us but also to stop us from falling into his traps.
Prayer for today: Loving Father, thank You so much for Your powerful Word. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me as I read and apply Your Word. I would like to learn from You every day. Amen.