The Belt of Truth
Spiritual Warfare | The Armor of God Series
This is a 5-Day Devotional guide from our sermon series "Call of Duty | Spiritual Warfare." Each post will contain an element of the armor of God and daily prompts and meditations to encourage you in your time with Jesus each day.
Below you'll find the sermon video and at the bottom of this post you'll find a PDF version available for download in case you would like to print them off for others or take notes on each page yourself.
Blessings!
Bill Hulse
Below you'll find the sermon video and at the bottom of this post you'll find a PDF version available for download in case you would like to print them off for others or take notes on each page yourself.
Blessings!
Bill Hulse
Day 1: The Battle Begins
Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11 (NASB)
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil."
Devotional: Today, we embark on a journey to understand the Armor of God, starting with the belt of truth. Our strength comes from the Lord, and it is in His might that we stand firm. Just as a soldier needs armor for protection in battle, we need spiritual armor to stand against the devil's schemes.
Reflection: Consider the areas in your life where you need God's strength. Reflect on the
importance of relying on His power rather than your own.
Action: Day 1 of PUTTING ON JESUS. Each morning, commit to putting on Jesus as your belt of truth. Read a passage from the Bible to start your day with His Word. You might read a Proverb a day or a chapter a day from the book of Philippians. You might already have a place in Scripture you are currently reading. Or you can download the YouVersion Bible app and find a daily reading plan there. Whatever you do, spend the first part of your day with the Lord and His Word!
Prayer: Lord, help me to stand strong in Your strength. Equip me with Your truth so that I may stand firm against the enemy. Amen.
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil."
Devotional: Today, we embark on a journey to understand the Armor of God, starting with the belt of truth. Our strength comes from the Lord, and it is in His might that we stand firm. Just as a soldier needs armor for protection in battle, we need spiritual armor to stand against the devil's schemes.
Reflection: Consider the areas in your life where you need God's strength. Reflect on the
importance of relying on His power rather than your own.
Action: Day 1 of PUTTING ON JESUS. Each morning, commit to putting on Jesus as your belt of truth. Read a passage from the Bible to start your day with His Word. You might read a Proverb a day or a chapter a day from the book of Philippians. You might already have a place in Scripture you are currently reading. Or you can download the YouVersion Bible app and find a daily reading plan there. Whatever you do, spend the first part of your day with the Lord and His Word!
Prayer: Lord, help me to stand strong in Your strength. Equip me with Your truth so that I may stand firm against the enemy. Amen.
Day 2: Understanding Satan's Strategy
Scripture: John 8:32
"And you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free."
Devotional: We learned last week about Satan’s strategy, which includes vile sin and vain religion. Satan is the father of lies and loves to hit below the belt. Knowing the truth is our best defense. Truth is not just a concept; it is a person – Jesus Christ. When we know Him, we are set free from the enemy’s deceptions.
Reflection: Identify the lies that you have believed about yourself or your situation. Contrast them with the truth found in God's Word.
Action: Day 2 of PUTTING ON JESUS. Start your day every day this week submitting to the
Lordship of Christ. You choose each day which will lord over your life. It can be Jesus or it will be your flesh! Spend time in prayer, asking Jesus to reveal His truth to you. Read John 8:31-32 and meditate on the freedom that comes from knowing the truth. If you have an area of your life that needs to experience freedom, find a Scripture that relates to that issue and how He gives you freedom from it.
Prayer: Jesus, You are the truth that sets me free. Reveal Your truth to me today and help me to live in that freedom. Amen.
"And you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free."
Devotional: We learned last week about Satan’s strategy, which includes vile sin and vain religion. Satan is the father of lies and loves to hit below the belt. Knowing the truth is our best defense. Truth is not just a concept; it is a person – Jesus Christ. When we know Him, we are set free from the enemy’s deceptions.
Reflection: Identify the lies that you have believed about yourself or your situation. Contrast them with the truth found in God's Word.
Action: Day 2 of PUTTING ON JESUS. Start your day every day this week submitting to the
Lordship of Christ. You choose each day which will lord over your life. It can be Jesus or it will be your flesh! Spend time in prayer, asking Jesus to reveal His truth to you. Read John 8:31-32 and meditate on the freedom that comes from knowing the truth. If you have an area of your life that needs to experience freedom, find a Scripture that relates to that issue and how He gives you freedom from it.
Prayer: Jesus, You are the truth that sets me free. Reveal Your truth to me today and help me to live in that freedom. Amen.
Day 3: We Are At War
Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-13 (NASB)
"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm."
Devotional: We are in a spiritual war. Our enemy is not people but the spiritual forces of darkness. God has given us His armor, which includes weapons that are divinely powerful for the destruction of strongholds. The first piece of this armor is the belt of truth. It anchors all other pieces and keeps us from stumbling.
Reflection: Acknowledge the spiritual battle you are in. Reflect on how the truth can help you stand firm in your faith.
Action: Day 3 of PUTTING ON JESUS. Start your day every day this week submitting to the
Lordship of Christ. You choose each day which will lord over your life. Read Ephesians 6:10-18 and visualize putting on each piece of armor, starting with the belt of truth. Ask God to equip you for the battles you face.
Prayer: Father, I recognize that I am in a spiritual battle. Equip me with Your armor and help me to stand firm in Your truth. Amen.
"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm."
Devotional: We are in a spiritual war. Our enemy is not people but the spiritual forces of darkness. God has given us His armor, which includes weapons that are divinely powerful for the destruction of strongholds. The first piece of this armor is the belt of truth. It anchors all other pieces and keeps us from stumbling.
Reflection: Acknowledge the spiritual battle you are in. Reflect on how the truth can help you stand firm in your faith.
Action: Day 3 of PUTTING ON JESUS. Start your day every day this week submitting to the
Lordship of Christ. You choose each day which will lord over your life. Read Ephesians 6:10-18 and visualize putting on each piece of armor, starting with the belt of truth. Ask God to equip you for the battles you face.
Prayer: Father, I recognize that I am in a spiritual battle. Equip me with Your armor and help me to stand firm in Your truth. Amen.
Day 4: The Belt of Truth
Scripture: Ephesians 6:14 (NASB)
"Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist."
Devotional: The belt of truth is the first piece of armor Paul mentions. It may seem insignificant, but it is crucial because it holds everything together. Truth, as defined in the Bible, is both a person (Jesus) and His Word. Both anchor our lives and keeps us from stumbling.
Reflection: Think about how the truth of Jesus and His Word anchors your life. How does it help you stand firm in your faith?
Action: Day 4 of PUTTING ON JESUS and spending time in His Word. Memorize John 14:6, where Jesus says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life." Let this truth guide your actions and decisions today.
Prayer: Jesus, You are the truth that holds my life together. Help me to live in Your truth and let it guide my every step. Amen.
"Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist."
Devotional: The belt of truth is the first piece of armor Paul mentions. It may seem insignificant, but it is crucial because it holds everything together. Truth, as defined in the Bible, is both a person (Jesus) and His Word. Both anchor our lives and keeps us from stumbling.
Reflection: Think about how the truth of Jesus and His Word anchors your life. How does it help you stand firm in your faith?
Action: Day 4 of PUTTING ON JESUS and spending time in His Word. Memorize John 14:6, where Jesus says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life." Let this truth guide your actions and decisions today.
Prayer: Jesus, You are the truth that holds my life together. Help me to live in Your truth and let it guide my every step. Amen.
Day 5: Living in Truth
Scripture: Romans 13:12-14 (NASB)
"The night is almost gone, and the day is near. Therefore let us lay aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. Let us behave properly as in the day, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual promiscuity and sensuality, not in strife and jealousy. But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh in regard to its lusts."
Devotional: Putting on the belt of truth means living in the light of Christ and His Word. It means rejecting sin and embracing righteousness. When we ignore God's Word, everything falls apart. But when we live in His truth, we stand firm.
Reflection: Evaluate your life in light of God’s truth. Are there areas where you need to put aside darkness and put on the light of Christ?
Action: Day 5 of PUTTING ON JESUS and being in His Word. Let this be your habit each day. Let His truth guide your actions and decisions. You might begin journaling and noting what the Lord is teaching you and how he is bringing you victory day by day!
Prayer: Lord, I choose to put on the Lord Jesus Christ and live in Your truth. Help me to make no provision for the flesh and to walk in the light. Amen.
"The night is almost gone, and the day is near. Therefore let us lay aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. Let us behave properly as in the day, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual promiscuity and sensuality, not in strife and jealousy. But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh in regard to its lusts."
Devotional: Putting on the belt of truth means living in the light of Christ and His Word. It means rejecting sin and embracing righteousness. When we ignore God's Word, everything falls apart. But when we live in His truth, we stand firm.
Reflection: Evaluate your life in light of God’s truth. Are there areas where you need to put aside darkness and put on the light of Christ?
Action: Day 5 of PUTTING ON JESUS and being in His Word. Let this be your habit each day. Let His truth guide your actions and decisions. You might begin journaling and noting what the Lord is teaching you and how he is bringing you victory day by day!
Prayer: Lord, I choose to put on the Lord Jesus Christ and live in Your truth. Help me to make no provision for the flesh and to walk in the light. Amen.
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