Our Shield

Our Shield…

Good morning! As we start our day today, let’s draw strength from Ephesians 6:16 as we face life’s challenges.

In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
Ephesians 6:16

Isn’t it amazing how God equips us for every battle we face? Even from a prison cell, Paul reveals one of heaven’s most powerful gifts – a shield that nothing can penetrate. Not because it’s made of our own strength, but because it’s powered by God’s unfailing love.

When those fiery arrows fly – and we all know how they burn – God doesn’t just hand us a shield and wish us luck. He gives us something that completely extinguishes every attack. Every “What if?” meets “I AM.” Every “Are you sure?” meets.”Fear not.” Every whisper of doubt meets the roar of His promises.

Like those Roman soldiers who soaked their shields before battle, we drenched our faith in the living water of God’s Word, His character, His faithfulness. And suddenly, those arrows that once seemed so threatening lose their power in the face of His truth.

Today, hold your shield high. Not because the battle isn’t real, but because your God is greater. In His hands, every arrow becomes another chance to prove His faithfulness.

Heavenly Father, some days feel like an unending battle, and the fiery arrows of doubt and discouragement hit harder than I can bear. But thank You for not leaving me defenseless. Thank You for the shield of faith that reminds me Your promises are unshakable. Help me to lift it high today, Lord. When fear and lies creep in, let Your truth be louder, reminding me that You are my strength, my defender, and my ever-present hope. I trust that You are working, even in the unseen, and I thank You that in You, the victory is already won. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

I know now, Lord, why you utter no answer. You are yourself the answer. Before your face questions die away. What other answer would suffice?

Walk daily with God at your side!

Love always,

Ed 🙏🏼