The second piece in Paul's description of God's armor is the breastplate of righteousness, This piece protected some of the most important parts of the Roman Soldier. Those organs that are necessary for life. If they did not utilize it as part of their armor against their enemies, they would be vulnerable to instant death.
It was a tough piece of their armor. Made of either leather, metal or chains it covered the whole front and back, neck to waist.
Obviously we do not normally actually wear a physical suit of armor as did the Roman Solider so what is Paul's reason for using this analogy of us putting on g the breast plate of righteousness important for us to have today?
We know that none of us are righteous. For there is no one righteous, no not anyone. Romans 3:10.
Some of humanity may think of themselves as being righteous but those that do, are wrong. For none of us are. Not a one.
Righteousness means to obey God's commandments. To turn from our own sinful ways and To live in a way that honors him. Because if we don't, we give the enemy free range to do whatever he can to destroy us. John 10:10. And that is his ultimate goal.
Knowing and doing God's will is how we can fend off those attacks. Spending time everyday studying God's word and then practicing it. Putting him first in what we say and do. And being ready to repent when we falter. Because we will at at times. And when we repent, that is when he will be there to pick us up and get us back on the right track of fellowship with him.
Do you have your breastplate on today? If not, go pick up your bible.Go now so you don't expose yourself to what the enemy wants to do in your life. God is waiting.
(Up tomorrow: The Gospel of Peace)
Welcome back Friends. I am happy you came. Have a blessed day!
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