Insecurity // "Go Forth in Strength"
When you embrace your value and God-ordained purpose in life, you will be able to walk in strength and confidence. The enemy will take notice of a person once riddled with insecurity standing strong, and he will come at you with his arrows of discouragement. Because of this, Ephesians 6 is necessary to walk out this new found security.
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, 18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.”
Putting on the armor of God will cloak you in items that will protect you from injury. And not just when you need it, but every day. Verse 11 conveys the point that your armor must be worn at all times, as your daily attire. See to it every morning that you intentionally prepare yourself for a day of battle, because you never know what attacks might take place. You see, the armor doesn’t magically appear when you need it, but rather in a conscious decision made each day through your dedication.
What’s most important as you move forward is the confidence you place in God. There will be times you feel weak or fall into discouragement. When that happens, find shelter in the safety of His wings. There is something powerful in recognizing that yes, you are weak, but our God is stronger than anyone or anything. There is no weapon that can defeat Him. No miracle too big to conquer. No enemy too strong for Him. He has claimed victory on the cross for all time and in each moment of your weakness.
It is absolutely necessary to recognize God as the source of your strength. When you do that, you can tap into his never-ending supply. Allow it to refresh and encourage you. Hold firm to the belief that He is for you. Walk forth in His strength to overcome insecurity.
