Perhaps this is the
most life changing revelation about the word of GOD, which will change the way
we handle this eternal word of truth; with authority and strong conviction to
transform the life of every believer.
I still do love those old school movies
where the art of warfare is characterised by brave men, fast horses, heavy
armour and sharp swords. A soldier back then was a force to reckon with, his
life revolved around nothing but daily arduous training, war songs and heavy
meals consisting majorly of lean meat.You are totally sold out to the state no
meddling in the affairs of civilians. You literally eat, drink and sleep war.
Now to put things in to perspective, let’s
turn to Paul’s letter to the Ephesians where he describes the full armour of
GOD. However before we go further it will be worthwhile to mention that any
born again believer who doesn’t realise he enlisted in the army of GOD the day
he accepted Christ in his life, is living
very dangerous life because sooner or later he will be shot dead without
knowing it.
Before going to war there are some basic
principles that every soldier knows about warfare. Firstly he needs to have the
right mind-set and by mind set I mean no cowards can be soldiers for the
affairs of war need a very brave heart and focused mind t nothing but total
annihilation of the enemy and victory. Secondly proper training is essential to
know the right techniques to use during the battle, to build ones stamina and
know survival tactics when you run out of options (read plan B).Last but most
importantly, your armour and weapon of choice and how you handle it on the
battle field, will be very essential in determining the scores after all is
said and done-victory or defeat.
Ephesians 6:13-17 speaks of the FULL ARMOUR
OF GOD. Paul takes his time to explain each part of the armour in relation to a
Christian ready for battle against the forces of darkness. My main focus will
be on the only offensive weapon a soldier has at his disposal. It is I must
say, the only thing that can influence the length of the battle and the outcome
of the struggle. The sword, I must say can either inflict fatal wounds upon
either of the combatants or inflict a deathly blow depending on how it is
wielded.
You and I both know that a fatal wound is
not the best option in this battle, the enemy must be vanquished completely
never to return to oppress us or our dear ones. My advice, aim for the heart
and thrust the double aged sword provided for us by our commander in chief
Jesus Christ with all skill and might obtaining flawless victory within a
minute. Folks, having a shiny armour and a robust double aged sword is not
sufficient if you lack enough skills and hours on training. You will be equated
to a submachine gun in the hands of a toddler, it’s simply another useless
piece of toy or worse.
Verse 17 says…and the word of GOD which is
THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT. The enemy-the devil- knows the power of God’s word and
he will do everything to prevent you from taking it seriously thus handle it
carelessly, make you very busy for the word so that you remain fully ignorant
and vulnerable to his attacks. The word of GOD Is GOD himself…the same word
that created the heavens and the earth, raised the dead, turned water into wine,
chased demons away, forgave sins, opened the eyes of the blind and destroyed
every evil attack of the enemy on GOD’s People. We need to read it daily and
hold to it firmly like a real sword so as to have the strength and skill to
wield and inflict a deathly blow on our enemy or we shall always be under the
devils Yolk.
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