Applying The Armor Of God In Three Daily Habits

The Armor of God consists of six pieces: The Belt of Truth, the Breastplate of Righteousness, the Shoes of the Gospel of Peace, the Shield of Faith, the Helmet of Salvation, and the Sword of the Spirit. These elements are described in Ephesians 6:10-18 and serve as spiritual protection for those who believe in God.

I have found many people who teach the Bible will tell us about these, but they don’t inform us on how to apply them.

Recently I’ve had a few spiritual attacks on my family. And I lost my peace with God. Admittedly I was a mess. My child was nearly involved in two work incidents due to equipment failure that could have changed his life forever.

I decided I was going to look into how to apply the Armor of God more fully to our lives.

My family needed a refresher course to help anchor the day in God’s truth and protect us throughout the day.

These 3 daily habits can help counter the attacks from unforeseen circumstances.

  1. Morning: Belt of Truth
  • Action: Speak one Bible truth or verse aloud each morning before you open any device, or check your phone.
  • Purpose: This habit anchors the day in reality and aligns your focus with God‘s truth from the start.

2. Midday: Breastplate of Righeousness

  • Action: Set a reminder to pause midday abs assess what you have allowed into your heart, and confess any sin, then reset your focus.
  • Purpose: This protects our heart from negativity and keeps us guarded throughout the day.

3. Evening: Shield of Faith

  • Action: Before going to bed write down one lie you encountered during the day and counter it with a truth about God from scripture.
  • Purpose: This practice trains our minds to recognize spiritual attacks and actively deflect them with faith in God’s Word.

We can apply the shoes of the gospel by adopting Psalm 19:14 to ourselves, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to You, O Lord my Rock.” Can help us be willing vessels for the Shoes of the gospel.

Applying the helmet of Salvation must be to actively protect you. Ind by focusing on God’s promises and rejecting doubt and negative thought.

The Sword of the Spirit is applied by using God’s Word as a weapon. And will usually cause evil to flee.

We live in a world that is chaotic and broken and it’s easy to become distracted and weighed down in even the best of it. We need to practice using the sword of the Spirit -God’s Word.

Positive Events

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What positive events have taken place in your life over the past year?
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Proverbs 22:14 links humility and fearing God to riches, honor, and life. It’s important to recognize that rewards aren’t always wealth, they can include inner peace, wisdom, and protection from life’s snares.

I have had a chance to experience many positive events take place in my life. Such as my son finding an amazing job, which brought him closer to where I live, so I can see him more often.

Discovering my God-given purpose and living a mission-driven life has been a positive event in my life. I always try to see the positive in every event. Because I know and trust God to get me through.

Wild Animals

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Do you ever see wild animals?
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I live in a mountainous region. It is common to see mule deer, and elk and Jack rabbits . Big horn sheep can be seen if you go up high enough in the mountains. I’ve seen all of these.
There is a place in the south-eastern of the state I live that is called Antelope Island that’s a causeway where people get a chance to see pronghorn antelope and Bison.

Pronghorn Antelope

God Has A Way

“ But as for you, you meant evil against me, but God met it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, and save many people alive, as it is happening today” -Genesis 50:20

God can take the very thing that looks like a total disaster in our lives and turn it into a wonderful victory.

He can turn our tears of sorrow into tears of joy, and He will help us keep that joy in our hearts, even during adversity.

Joseph spoke the word in Genesis 50:20 as he went through great adversity time after time. Despite being sold into slavery and sentenced to prison, he eventually became the Prime Minister of a nation. Joseph held faster division. God had given him as a young man, as a result, God turned his situation around.

I may not know what trial you are going through right now, but I know this: if you will be patient and hold fast to God‘s Word, He will turn your situation around and give you victory.

God can use the evil thing. Satan has brought against us as a tool for deliverance and victory. All volume we may be looking at a disaster in the natural, God can turn it into the greatest blessing we’ve ever experience.

Apostle Paul wrote in Ephesians 6:11,

“Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.”

God is for us not against us. We can take a stand today on the Word of God, knowing that despite any trial we may be facing, God will turn it around.

A Grounded Faith

The world is shaking, do you feel it? Having a strong stable, and unshakable belief that serves as a firm foundation is crucial.

It involves a deep commitment and relationship with Jesus. Thus provides steadfastness and resilience again doubt, worldly influences, and life’s challenges.

It’s the foundation of life. A grounded faith is the basis for our actions and worldview, similar to how roots support a tree.

A person who is grounded in their faith is not easily swayed by false teachings or the shifting circumstances of the world.

We need to have a source of strength. A deep seated belief that acts as a source of strength and guidance. This helps us navigate difficulties and remain true to our convictions.

Being grounded in faith is a state of spiritual stability, where hope and belief are firm and constant, and not easily blown around by life like a leaf in the wind.

“You have to stand for something or you’ll fall for everything”

Paul wrote to the Colossians church in 1:21-2 during the time the church was falling prey to heretical teachings and empty deceit that was based on human traditions, and elemental forces of the world not based on Jesus.

“Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. But not He has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in His sight, without blemish and free from accusation -if you continue in your faith, established and firm, and do not move from the hope held out in the gospel. This is the gospel that you heard and has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and which I, Paul, have become a servant.”

In this day and age of technology and information, we have at the click of a button, it’s easy to find ourselves immersed in studying what others say about their beliefs and opinions on Jesus. We can listen to podcasts and sermons, all at the expense of a relationship with God.

According to Joshua 1:8, we are to meditate on scripture day and night, so that we are careful to do everything written in it.

“This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your ways prosperous, and then you will have good success.”

God has given us His Word that we may stand on truth. Psalm 19:7 states, “The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul, the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.”

His law is perfect, and His ways are sure. We never have to wonder if human teaching is on the Word of God. We have access to God’s Word for ourselves. Let’s not assume that all teachings are true. Let’s be diligent in study of the Word. And ask God to reveal His truth in His Word clearly to us.

Humans will speak false truths they have in the past, will speak in the present, and will speak in the future. This is our limited understanding of truth. We must always remember what Matthew 7:5 says, “Hypocrite! First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.”

We all have inconsistencies in our understanding. This reinforces the importance of studying the scriptures and challenging our understanding of them. And remain grounded.

God wants us to follow Him, and being a follower of Him is being a follower of truth. If we ask in faith and believe, God will reveal His truth to us.

Mark 11:24 says, “I tell you, all things whatever you pray and ask for, believe that you have received them and you will have them.”

We can pray and ask God to remove any false doctrine from our minds and replace it with the truth of His way.

May we rest assured in the peace and truth God is revealing to us daily. God has spoken the truth and we can remain grounded and steadfast in faith, if we hold true to God’s Word and not shift away from the eternal, everlasting hope of Jesus Christ.

Places I’ve Visited

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Do you have a favorite place you have visited? Where is it?
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I visited many places, but one place in particular is somewhere not to many know about and I think there is no longer public it has been fenced off for years.
I spent a lot of time there in younger years and built fond memories. It’s called Swasey’s beach and it’s in southern Utah.

Good Things

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Share five things you’re good at.
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Throughout life we all gain experience in our gifts from God. Anything we hone in on, with enough effort we can good at any thing. It’s all about things that give us joy. It’s about not giving up.
I’m not sure if I can come up with five things I’m good at.

I’m pretty good at my observation skills, mostly because i was made to learn and experience life from observation growing up.

I am pretty good at having empathy for others, simply because I know what it feels like to like to hurt. I don’t like to see anyone suffer.

I’m good at serving people, but I would rather do it at a distance than up front and personal. I don’t like to draw attention to myself.

I am pretty good a cooking and baking food my family enjoys.

Being good at things are a combination of both our gifts from God and a result of developing our passions.

The Biblical Perspective On Entitlement

The Bible contrasts the concept of entitlement with humility, teaching that one is not inherently deserving of special treatment, but that all blessings are gifts from God.

I keep myself from being bothered by others who disrespect others. But today I couldn’t ignore it. I asked nicely for my neighbor to stop blocking my driveway, and he began with the insults and hand gestures. I wonder where we went wrong in today’s generation? Law enforcement had to get involved, this was not how I wanted to spend my evening. I wanted to spend a peaceful night out with my husband. He was made to move. But made a point to say he was more important than anyone else.

The biblical perspective on entitlement is rooted in the belief that a selfish or self-centered mindset is contrary to God’s will, and believers are called to consider others more important than themselves. These principles encourage gratitude, service, and humility, with a central example being Jesus’s own sacrifice of His divine rights.

Humility over pride. The Bible consistently warns against pride and a self-centered viewpoint that fosters entitlement.

James 4:6 tells us that “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”

Instead of feeling entitled, we are encouraged to be grateful for what we have.

Scripture teaches that all good things are a gift from God, and what we have is not owed to us but is a result of God’s grace.

Romans 6:23 contrasts the “wages of sin” with the “free gift of God.”

The core principle is to prioritize the needs of others, which directly counters an entitlement mindset.

1 Corinthians 10:24 encourages us to stop looking out for our own interests and focus instead on the people living and breathing around us.

Entitlement perspectives damage relationships because they conflict with the command to love one’s neighbor.

Jesus is presented as the ultimate example of giving up perceived rights for the greater good.

Philippians 2:5-8 describes how Jesus “emptied Himself, by taking the form of a servant…(and) humbled Himself by becoming obedient to the point of death.

We are called to follow His example by choosing to lay down our rights for the benefits of others and God’s glory. But Proverbs 21:23 also highlights the importance of guarding our words to avoid unnecessary conflict and maintain peace.

The Bible teaches that through faith in Jesus, we are not entitled to anything on earth, or a life free of difficulty.

I’ve been praying for wisdom to know how to handle my difficult neighbors. And asking for grace, patience, and a change in their perspective and requesting protection and guidance for my family.

Defeating The Enemy

Sometimes we can feel like there’s a struggle beneath the surface, something unseen that impacts our daily life. The Bible talks about a real enemy at work in our lives, seeking to divide, distract, and devour. But we aren’t left defenseless.

In the book of 1 Peter, we are reminded to “stay alert” and equip ourselves with God’s armor to stand firm against this unseen enemy. Spiritual warfare is real, but so is victory in Christ Jesus.

There are four key way to stay spiritually strong and resist the attacks from the enemy.

  1. Hold on to your identity in Christ

Remember who you are and whose you are. The enemy wants us to doubt our identity, but God has already named us, loved us, chosen us, and values us.

Anchor yourself in scripture. To combat lies, we have to know the truth. When the enemy tells you that you’re not enough, respond with God’s truth, declaring, “I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” (Psalm 139:14).

Practice gratitude. You need to reinforce your identity in Christ, focusing on God’s blessings and presence in your life.

2. Guard your heart with holiness

Make daily choices that honor God. Resist sin and choose to pursue what is good and right.

Avoid what dulls or distracts you spiritually. Temptations may be subtle, but consistently setting boundaries can protect your heart and mind.

Pray for strength. In areas where you feel vulnerable knowing who God is a stronghold.

3. Lean on your community for support

Stay connected to a church or like-minded group. Community helps us stay spiritually alert and gives us people who can pray, and encourage us to stay accountable to God.

Be vulnerable and open about your struggles. With a trusted group of friends, who can stand with you.

Lift each other up. Pray and recognize the power of united faith against the enemy.

4. Stay alert and use God’s armor

Put on the armor of God. Ephesians 6 tells us about the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit.”

Stay grounded in the Word of God (the Bible). This is the primary weapon against spiritual attacks. Make it a habit to memorize scripture so that you’re ready to counter the lies with truth.

Practice discernment. While discernment can be a gift, it can also be learned. Watch for areas where the enemy might try and lead you astray or sow division.

By grounding ourselves in God’s truth, strengthening our spiritual defenses, and staying connected to a faith community, we can be ready for the challenges the enemy might throw our way. Spiritual warfare isn’t about living in fear, it’s about living victoriously knowing God has already secured the ultimate victory. When we stay alert and stand firm, we can better navigate life’s battles with unshakable confidence.

Changing Myself

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What is one thing you would change about yourself?
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One thing I would change about myself would be to go back into the past and understand what I do today. I would like to change the mistakes I’ve made over the years.
Right now I wouldn’t change a thing, because God has worked good out of the bad choices I’ve made in my life. The mistakes I made throughout my life wouldn’t change my chance to always have God’s grace and mercy, and forgiveness.
I just try to live each day with an open heart and open ears to hear His voice as not to make many more mistakes that will set me back from my final destination.

Nights Or Mornings

Daily writing prompt
Are you more of a night or morning person?
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All of us have a chromotype.
Mine is a non-standard schedule -11pm to 4am, which is not aligned with being a night or morning person I’m just some sort of permanently exhausted pigeon.

I spend my time awake in quiet peace with God, and my coffee cup. That’s how I like it.