Praying the Armor of God:
Therefore, put on every piece of God's armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth (Eph. 6:13-14a)
PRAY: Lord, I put on the belt of truth. I choose a lifestyle of honesty and integrity. Show me the truths I desperately need today. Expose the lies I'm not even away that I'm believing.
... and the body armor of God's righteousness. (6:14b)
PRAY: And yes, Lord, I wear Your righteousness today against all condemnation and corruption. Fit me with Your holiness and purity--defend me from all assaults against my heart.
For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. (6:15)
PRAY: I do choose to live out the peace of Your Good News in every moment. Show me where the larger story is unfolding so I can participate with You, and keep me from being so lax that I think the most important thing today is the soap operas of the world. Give me courage to be your witness to those around me today.
In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. (6:16)
PRAY: Jesus, against every lie and every assault, I life the confidence that You are good, and that You have good in store for me. Nothing is coming today that can overcome me, because You are with me.
Put on salvation as your helmet... (6:17a)
PRAY: Thank you, Lord, for my salvation. I receive it in a new and fresh way from you and I declare that nothing can separate me now from the love of Christ and the place I shall have forever in Your Kingdom.
... and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. (6:17b)
PRAY: Holy Spirit, show me today the specific truths of the Word of God that I will need to remember so I can counter the assaults and the snares of the Enemy. Bring them to my mind throughout the day.
Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. (6:18)
PRAY: Finally, Holy Spirit, I agree to walk in step with you in everything and in all prayer as my spirit communes with you throughout the day.
