The Armor of God, part 6 from Kurt

GUARD YOUR MIND

As we have been talking about the pieces of God’s armor, isn’t it interesting how

they all are intertwined, and each one is needed to help the other? Today’s piece of

armor is the helmet of salvation which is there to guard our minds. In today’s world there

is a lot of attention given to mental health and the importance of having healthy, positive

thoughts. In order to be at our healthiest mentally, we need to have our helmet on to

protect and guard our thoughts. Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Do not be anxious about

anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your

requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard

your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Why do you think athletes where helmets,

bike riders, etc? To protect their head. I know people who have been in accidents and

their helmet is what has caved their life. That is why God gives us the helmet of

salvation to save us from the thoughts the enemy gives us that are not from God. We

are to meditate on God’s Word day and night to help guard our minds so that whatever

is lovely and noble we can think on those things. What are you thinking about? Are you

wearing your helmet?