Does living your faith ever feel like entering a battlefield? The apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6 to “put on the whole armor of God” to stand firm in the face of trials. But what does that armor look like, and how do we wear it?
This devotional reading plan explores the spiritual tools God provides: truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, the Word of God, and prayer. Each piece of the armor is more than symbolic; it’s a practical resource for living boldly and faithfully. From the belt of truth to the sword of the Spirit, each day offers fresh insight into how these elements protect, guide, and empower us.
We’ll also reflect on real-life applications of these spiritual principles. How do we remain steadfast in the truth when lies surround us? What does it mean to trust God in moments of fear and doubt? Together, we’ll learn how to rely on God’s strength, not our own, to navigate the complexities of life.
As you study over this week, ask yourself: Am I putting on God’s armor each day? Am I ready to stand firm in faith? Let this series be a time to deepen your trust in the One who equips you for victory.
Read: Ephesians 6:10-12 Put on the whole armor of God. (v. 11) When you got up this morning you probably followed your normal routine: personal hygiene, getting dressed, perhaps private
Read: 2 Timothy 2:1-4 No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. (v. 4) John Wooden, the legendary basketball coach
Read: Ephesians 6:13-17 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth. (v. 14) Brother Lawrence (1614-1691) wrote, “we must do our business faithfully without trouble or disquiet, recalling God
Read: Matthew 5:17-20 Stand therefore . . . having put on the breastplate of righteousness. (Eph. 6:14) I grew up watching baseball in the fifties, when home plate umpires had
Read: Romans 10:14-15 . . . and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. (Eph. 6:15) You don’t wear high heels
Read: Matthew 17:14-21 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one. (Eph. 6:16) Let’s say we
Read: Acts 16:25-34 . . . and take the helmet of salvation. (Eph. 6:17) What’s the most important piece of God’s armor? If I had to pick one, I’d have
Read: Hebrews 4:11-13 . . . and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. (Eph. 6:17) On a parody news website, a facetious article reported that
Read: Ephesians 6:18-20 . . . praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. (v. 18) We’ve come to the end of Paul’s description of the
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