“For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” 2 Cor 10:3-5 NIV
Ephesians 6:12 tells us …
“we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places” (ESV)
It is important for us to ‘put on’ the full armor of God everyday so we can take our stand against the enemy. Below is a prayer I wrote that will help guide you in personally “praying on” the armor of God.
Praying on the Armor of God: Ephesians 6:10-18 NIV
Let’s pray …
Heavenly Father, I will be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Today, I will put on the full armor of God so I can take a stand against the devil’s schemes. My struggle is not with flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore I will put on the full armor of God, so when the day of evil comes, I will be able to stand my ground.
Father God, I put on Your Helmet of Salvation. I am saved by Your Grace and my mind is covered, protected and healed by the blood of Jesus. I have the Mind of Christ. Your Truth is a firewall that surrounds me. I have the ability to choose Christ over culture.
Father God, gird me with the Belt of Truth. I believe Your Word is the absolute truth and I choose to build my life on it. No matter what comes my way today, Your Truth will help me to stand strong. Centered on the Rock, I can resist all the accusations of the enemy.
Father God, cover and protect my heart with the Breastplate of Righteousness. By Your Grace alone, I’m forgiven and restored to right relationship with You. The enemy has no say in this and can never condemn my heart for what You have already forgiven.
Father God, I put on the Shoes of the Gospel of Peace. Everywhere I go today, I choose to be Your instrument of peace. I will be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks me to give the reason for the hope that I have in Christ.
Father God, I hold up the Shield of Faith. I will not fear. When lies or accusations come my way today, I will not address them in my strength. I will instead let those lies collide with Your Truth head on. You alone are the Author and Perfecter of my faith.
Finally, I take up the Sword of the Spirit. Your Word is active and powerful for tearing down all the lies of the enemy. Help me live yielded to Your Word so that I can boldly and effectively wield Your Word. Today, I choose to speak truth and life over myself, my circumstances and other people.
This is how I choose to fight my battles today and I will remain at rest in You, Lord!
Amen.
Blessings to you,
❤
Praying on the Full Armor of God @ freshgracefortoday.com
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“Put on the Whole Armor of God – Part One” by Susan
“Put on the Whole Armor of God – Part Two” by Donna
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I love this prayer because it demonstrates the power that is ours in speaking the Word of God. An excellent ministry to those who may not already pray in this manner!!
Thank you for this prayer model. I love how prayer the scripture back to God.
This was a great reminder for me today. I just finished a study on praying the armor of God and was reminded of the importance of staying in the armor as I head out to minister! It’s easy to forget, and then those flaming arrows start to pierce! Thanks for this, friend!
Thank you Doona this was so true as we let Gid work His Armour will protect us with his word.
Thank you sweet Vickie! 💓
Several years ago I started a job teaching young adults from a foreign country that I won’t name. But it was a very stressful situation, with noncompliant students who tried to get a good grade by bribing, as they had successfully done in their own country. Every morning, I prayed my spiritual armor on. Other teachers gave up and quit. God showed those of us who stayed that these students were afraid of failure. As I gradually eased them into learning, they were able to see that I knew how to lead them to succeed if they would try and trust. I grew to love these students and still stay in touch with many of them. But my point is that equipping myself with God’s spiritual armor each day was the first thing and the key thing that resulted in what God had planned for all of us! Thank you for this timely and much needed post.
What an incredible story about the faithfulness of God in your life! Love this, thank you so much for sharing! Blessings to you … 💓
I love using scripture for prayers. This was great!
Thank you Debbie!! Blessings to you … 💓
I just love this! Prayers from God’s Word itself are so powerful. Thank you.
You are so very welcome Patti! Thank you for your encouragement and kind words always! Be blessed today, sweet friend! 💓
We so need this because the enemy is alive and well!
Hi Maria! Yes we sure do need this! 💓 The enemy is always looking for a foothold into our thoughts and lives so he can do his damage. Praying for us all to remember who we are in Christ and pray on the Armor of God each day. Thank you for stopping by sweet sister …