A few months ago during a sermon, my pastor said, “God custom designs your armor to fit your journey.” This statement was part of a sermon based on Ephesians 6:10,11. In the text, the writer tells us to be strong in the Lord, and to put on the whole armor of God. My pastor’s comments about the custom designed armor resonated with me. My armor is uniquely mine, based on my unique life experiences, personality and struggles. This is something that I’ve never considered, but I knew that he was right as soon as he said it.

I believe that I’m experiencing God do this for me now through the power of the Holy Spirit speaking through his holy word, the Bible, and through my community. God’s word is full of promises about safety and protection. God’s word is full of promises about his never-ending love for me. As God reveals these truths to me, I cling to them, and the Spirit molds them into a custom armor, designed just for me. And guess what? He is willing, able and waiting to do the same for you.

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.  Ephesians 6:10,11