The second piece of equipment available to God’s warriors is the breastplate of righteousness. Righteousness is a matter of relationship - it signifies being in a right relationship with God. Righteousness cannot be earned; rather, it is God’s gracious response to man’s faith in God’s promises fulfilled in Jesus Christ. (Romans 1:16-17, 3:21-25) It signifies living a holy life, one regulated according to the testimonies of God. It is the life of God in the soul of man.
The breastplate is a defensive weapon. It secures that which is necessary for the continuance of life. It shelters the heart. It protects against the arrows of God’s wrath and against the attacks of Satan.
May the breastplate of righteousness remain securely fastened upon us to protect and defend; may we live and work as God’s instruments for righteousness in Uganda.
Nancy
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For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.....we take every thought captive to obey Christ, being ready to punish every disobedience, when your obedience is complete. IICor. 10:3-6
ReplyDeleteThis is the confidence that emboldens the true servant of Christ as he goes forth to follow His master.