Ephesians 6
Paul wants us to avoid falling prey to "the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms" (v12). He encourages us to put on the "full armor of God", including God's Word and the Holy Spirit. We must also be on alert and "keep praying for all of the Lord's people".
Peter also warns us about evil influences and like Paul urges us to "stand firm":
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God who loves and protects me - You are my shelter, refuge, and rock. Thank You Jesus! I am not deserving of Your love and protection. I sin...daily. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. v18
Paul wants us to avoid falling prey to "the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms" (v12). He encourages us to put on the "full armor of God", including God's Word and the Holy Spirit. We must also be on alert and "keep praying for all of the Lord's people".
Peter also warns us about evil influences and like Paul urges us to "stand firm":
Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. 1 Peter 5:8-9
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God who loves and protects me - You are my shelter, refuge, and rock. Thank You Jesus! I am not deserving of Your love and protection. I sin...daily. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
