Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place. Ephesians 6:14
Paul wrote Ephesians from house arrest in Rome. Its sermon like message is predominantly concerned with Christian attributes and behavior as well as unity between all who believe in the Resurrected Christ. These words are part of his closing comments imploring the believer to prepare for spiritual warfare with strength of character known as The Full Armor of God.
It is not just temptation of the flesh that will distract and deter the faithful, but opposition of the supernatural type involving the unseen world where the great unknown exists.
Truth and righteousness are not just protection in the defense against evil, they are weapons for the offense, to conquer and declare victory. God does not dwell where sin resides nor will He rewrite truth or endorse untruth to appease mankind. HE IS TRUTH, the One and only TRUTH.
We are powerless but for the boldness we find in the infinite strength and infallibility of God.
Have a blessed Friday,
Gretchen