Be Brave

Ephesians 6:10-16 (NLT)
The Whole Armor of God

10 A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.


13 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. 14 Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. 15 For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. 16 In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. 17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

BRAVE - Listen to this song by Nichole Nordeman.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2llYdZOZesc

I don't have to write a lot today. The verse says it all. I had read it before, but recently a good friend pointed it out to me again after a tough day at work. After re-reading it, I realized that the "fiery arrows" can be sadness, discontent, anger, or anything else that separates us from God. I read it again the following morning before work, and continued to read it daily since then. I have not had a bad day at work since and I believe it's because I'm being Brave and relying on Him to protect me from those emotions, those "fiery arrows" that divert me from his planned purpose for me.

Brave, it's what we all have to be on this Christian walk. Nichole Nordeman's song talks about not settling for the "status quo", but being better, being Brave. Change can be difficult, with His help though, you can do it. Just remember you are never alone. It's easy to be Brave with God as your protector.