October 2

Standing Firm Armor of God Belt of Truth by SGLY Ministry

Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth…Ephesians 6:14 NLT

The Belt of Truth is Jesus. It is the first and essential piece of Armor. It holds everything else in place.

Jesus said He was the Way, the Truth and the Life. (John 14:6) So if we truly believe that Jesus is Truth we can see that we need to surround ourselves with Him, and yoke ourselves to Him as He said in Matthew 11:29 NKJV: “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”
He said if we abide in Him, He would abide in us. “Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. John 15:4 NKJV

Therefore, buckle up! Put on the Belt of Truth daily so you can stand firm in the faith.
If you know the Truth, you will not be led astray by false teachers and prophets.
Jesus said: “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 NKJV

Prayer: Dear God, thank You that You have provided Your Son Jesus as the Belt of Truth that I can put on and wear daily in order that I might not be led astray, for if I know the Truth I can stand firm in Your Armor against all the strategies of the devil and his angels.
Help me to remember daily to put on the Armor and buckle up! Thank You God. Amen.

Today: Stay alert. During the day be mindful of the things you hear, see or read. If they are not truth, according to God’s Word, reject them.

Blessings to you today as you stand firm in the Armor held up by the Belt of Truth.

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Minimize All Obstacles.

When faced with a difficult problem, we can sometimes feel overwhelmed. But there is a positive way to handle problems. Brother Andrews had only three years of schooling, but he used his mind to the maximum. He would take a problem apart, step-by-step, and study every aspect. He gave the impression of walking around the difficulty, poking at it here and there. "Every problem has a soft spot," he declared. "If it is too big for us, we can take it to God. Nothing is too big for Him." And, invariably the answer would come.

No. 76 in a series of 100 Power Thoughts from The Power of Positive Thinking, the All-Time

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Don't Miss His Answer

Thought for the Day

"When we need His help, God does answer our prayers. However, He answers in His way not ours. Be patient as it may take some time for Him to work all things together to answer your prayers. Be aware because sometimes His answer comes in the least expected ways and you don't want to miss it.

Today's Word

"This is what the Lord, the God of your father David, says: I have heard your prayer and seen your tears; I will heal you." (2 Kings 20:5 NIV)

Today's Prayer

Father, let me be aware of when you answer my prayers. I know that sometimes your answer does not come announced with great fanfare; rather, it comes quietly and in a away that I might miss if I am not looking for it. Amen

The Whisper Of God

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Colossians 1:23 'Don't drift away from the assurance you received when you heard the Good News.'

- Doubt is one of the things that can rob us of our confidence in the Lord.
- Doubt and unbelief often go hand in hand.
- Don't allow yourself to drift away into doubt and unbelief.
- Stand firm, rest assured, and believe with all your heart, soul, mind and strength.

PRAYER: Lord, I reject all doubt and unbelief from my heart and life. You are my hope and confidence, and in this I will rest secure and be filled with expectation and assurance. Amen.

Kind Regards
Pastor Andrew Roebert

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Jeremiah 31:13 'I will turn their mourning into gladness; I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow.'

- There are many great exchanges that God offers us.
- He can turn mourning into gladness.
- He can bring happiness out of grief.
- He can turn any situation around if we will let Him.

PRAYER: Lord, I choose to exchange my mourning for Your gladness and my sorrow for Your comfort and joy. I let go of the one and take hold of the other. Amen.

Kind Regards
Pastor Andrew & Vanessa Roebert

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Bible Verses

Isaiah 26:4 ‘Trust in the LORD forever, for in the LORD GOD you have an everlasting rock.’

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ROMANS 12:19 NLT 19 Dear friends, never take revenge. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. For the Scriptures say, "I will take revenge; I will pay them back," says the LORD.

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PROVERBS 25:21 NKJ 21 If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat; And if he is thirsty, give him water to drink;

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MATTHEW 5:44 NKJ 44 "But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you,

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Restore us, LORD God Almighty; make your face shine on us, that we may be saved. Psalm 80:19

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Prayers

Prayer of St. Ephraim the Syrian (350 A.D.)

O Lord and Master of my life, this day, give me not the spirit of laziness, despair, lust of power, and idle talk. But give rather the spirit of sobriety, humility, patience and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou unto ages of ages. Amen.

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Thank You Lord

Sometimes I stop and wonder why you're still here; Or what is good about me, and why you even care.

You're always there with me to help me out each day; Even though I seldom listen to the words you have to say.

The things I always pray for, I know they will come true; My joy and peace you give me when each day is new.

You continue to forgive me for all that I have done; When nights are filled with sorrow, the day will bring the sun.

In days full of trouble, and friends won't say hi; I know you will be there with me to take me if I die.

For who am I to deserve the grace you have shown; Thank you Lord for keeping me, when life for me was cold. Amen. by Gary R. Ferris

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Lord, support me all the day long of this troublous life, until the shadows lengthen and the evening comes, and the busy world is hushed, and the fever of life is over and my work is done. Then of Thy mercy, grant me a safe lodging, and a holy rest and a peace at last through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

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My Father, I pray that when the "sun sets today my hope may not set with it." Be with me earlier than the dawn, that I may plan with thee a new day. I pray that thou wilt release me from anything that keeps me from reaching the highest. Amen.

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We thank thee, Lord... For all the rich autumnal glories spread - The flaming pageant of the ripening woods, The fiery gorse, the heather-purpled hills, The rustling leaves that fly before the wind and lie below the hedgerows whispering; For meadows silver-white with hoary dew... We thank thee, Lord.

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Light that Burns Away Sin

Hebrews 12:29

Dear Father, who dwells in indescribable light,

Living God, consuming fire, burn the sin from my life. Purify my heart's desire in the smelter of your holiness.

I want to do your will, Father, so that whatever I do, in word or deed, it will be done in the name of the Lord Jesus.

I give thanks to you, God, my Father, always for everything.

In Jesus' name. Amen.

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In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. Psalm 31:1–2, NIV

Lord our God, give us your Spirit, we beseech you, that we may find your paths on earth and live in the hope and certainty that everything is in your hands, even when we see much that is unjust and evil. May we remain under your protection, living by your commandments and in your Spirit. For your Spirit witnesses to the truth and longs to change and lift up our lives. Your Spirit longs to reach all men who have felt your touch, longs that they may come to you and have life. Amen.

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Dear Father, my heart is full of sadness. Please grant me peace so I can fill my heart full of joy once more.

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Dear heavenly Father, thank you for Your faithfulness to me.Lord, I have failed You many times in my life; however, You have never failed me. I am grateful for Your love and mercy to me when I have fallen down. I appreciate all the times You have picked me up and helped me to keep on walking on the straight and narrow path of Your will. Lord, strengthen me to be a faithful witness for You. Help me not to put my confidence in men, but rather to lean on You and trust You to help me. I am thankful You have used many people over the years to help me, but I know it was You who gave me favor with them. Thank you. I ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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Go Thou With Us
Gracious God,
Send us anywhere in this world You would have us go
Only go thou with us.
Place upon us any burden You desire
Only stand by us to sustain us.
Break any tie that binds us
Except the tie that binds us to thee.
Amen.