We Need to Take Up the Shield of Faith (TMF:464)

Thursday, August 04, 2016
Peace to Live By: We Need to Take Up the Shield of Faith (TMF:464) - Daniel Litton
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       Remember, we are to “In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one” (Ephesians 6:16, ESV). Indeed, Satan is constantly accusing us before God in Heaven, but Jesus is there as our Advocate. Sixth and finally, we are to live with peace-of-mind and be thankful. The Apostle Paul tells us, “let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful” (Colossians 3:15, ESV). We can’t be legalistic and peaceful at the same time. In order to overcome legalism, we have to trade the rigorous, legalistic behaviors for behaviors that are done out of love in peace. With Christ is true peace because we really don’t have anything we have to worry about in this life, as hard as that may seem. I think developing this mindset is a continual struggle for us all, as it takes total faith and belief in God’s ability and love for us. Having this mindset is a continual, constant process in reminding ourselves of God’s ability and love in day-to-day life. Our peace should not be dependent on are daily circumstances or what is going on in our lives.