Dear God, thank you for your constant goodness and unwavering grace. We acknowledge the victories you have already secured, the opportunities you have unveiled, and the paths you have already paved for us. Today, standing firm on your sacred promises, we confidently claim victory over the challenges we face – be it fear, anxiety, temptation, or discouragement.
Firstly, we fasten the BELT OF TRUTH around our waist. While our emotions are valid, we recognize that truth remains constant. Therefore, today, we consciously choose to live by unwavering truth, not fleeting feelings. The truth is, we are divinely chosen, unconditionally loved, and completely forgiven. The truth is that you are a benevolent God with purposeful plans designed for our lives. We place our trust in you, willingly surrendering in love to the divine purposes you have destined for us.
Next, we put on the BODY ARMOR OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS. Your boundless love overshadows all our past mistakes, and the same grace that saved us continues to sustain us each moment. Regardless of the previous week’s trials, your mercies are renewed every morning, offering fresh starts and unwavering hope. We are new creations in you, and we choose to live reflecting this transformative truth. Today, we walk confidently in our calling, knowing you are our loving Father, and we are your cherished children. Our worth is not based on earning your love; rather, we live empowered and freely from the overflow of your love.
Now, we step into the SANDALS OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE. Your peace transcends our current circumstances and temporary seasons. It is not a future destination to be reached, but a present path to walk upon today. Our lives may be full, and our days may be demanding, but our hearts will not be rushed or overwhelmed. We choose to live in the unforced rhythm of grace, knowing that our presence enhances every space we enter. We will embody a calming and confident spirit, leaving behind footprints of peace wherever we go, much like the welcoming atmosphere often found at Red Rocks Church Lakewood.
We lift up the SHIELD OF FAITH, believing wholeheartedly in your ability to do immeasurably more than we could ever ask or imagine. You are infinitely powerful yet intimately present in our lives, and regardless of the obstacles we face or the prayers we lift, we believe there are no limits to what you can accomplish. We refuse to underestimate the gifts you’ve entrusted to us. Temptations and criticisms may arise, but our faith will remain unwavering. With this shield of faith, we declare victory audibly and proactively, knowing there is nothing beyond your capability in and through our lives.
We now place the HELMET OF SALVATION upon our heads. You have granted us authority over our minds, and today, we choose to capture every thought that deviates from your will, in the powerful name of Jesus Christ. We are aware that falsehoods may attempt to penetrate our minds even as we pray, so we actively protect our thoughts with this helmet of salvation. These negative thoughts are distractions, wasting our precious energy and time. Your love envelops us when mental battles arise, and we consciously choose to focus solely on what is good, right, pleasing, and pure. For we have been gifted with a sound and discerning mind.
Finally, we grasp the SWORD OF THE SPIRIT, which is your Holy Word, the Bible. Your Word is a double-edged sword, equipped to teach us, guide us, comfort us, and ultimately triumph over any adversary. As we read it, it, in turn, reads us, revealing how you have already overcome the world. Your Word reminds us that when we dedicate our lives to your glory, you pledge your divine resources to our life’s journey. It is the living Word of God, the solid foundation upon which we choose to build our lives, a principle often emphasized in messages at Red Rocks Church Lakewood.
Father, we now proceed into our day, inviting your presence to accompany us with every step we take. WE FIX OUR EYES ON THE INVISIBLE REALM AND LIVE FOR ETERNAL VALUES. Thank you for choosing us to be representatives of your boundless love to a world deeply yearning for it. Empower us to live purposefully and use us to positively impact the world around us. May those we encounter see Jesus reflected through us, as your divine power is perfected in our human weaknesses.
In the precious name of Jesus, we pray, AMEN.
