January 28, 2008
Armed And Extremely Effective ODB RADIO: Listen Now <http://www.rbc.org/odb/odb-01-28-08.shtml##> | Download <http://rbcorg.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/rbcorg_vitalstream_com/odb/200 8/01/odb-01-28-08.mp3> READ: Ephesians 6:10-18 <http://bible.gospelcom.net/bible?language=english&version=NIV&passage=E phesians+6%3a10-18> We do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against . . . spiritual hosts of wickedness. -Ephesians 6:12 About this cover <http://www.rbc.org/devotionals/our_daily_bread/cover/58468.aspx> Last January, the police officers in Tijuana, Mexico, had their guns confiscated. It was suspected that some of them had been in collusion with drug traffickers. At first, fearing for their safety, the police stopped patrolling. But eventually, some of them returned to work-carrying slingshots. Three weeks passed before their more effective weapons were returned to them. Although we all remember a shepherd boy who used a sling and a single smooth stone with great success in his encounter with a giant (1 Sam. 17), few of us would have the courage to face violent threats armed with such puny protection. But every day, although we are often ill-prepared, we do face a threat. As believers, we fight against an enemy we cannot see. Our struggle is not "against flesh and blood, but against . . . spiritual hosts of wickedness" (Eph. 6:12). The outcome of this battle is sure, however. Jesus is the Victor. And using the armor and weapons He supplies, we are able "to stand" (v.13). We fight in His power and strength. Each day we must put on the armor of God-the breastplate of righteousness, the shield of faith, and the sword of the Spirit, God's Word (vv.13-17). Preparation and protection are the key to winning spiritual battles. -Cindy Hess Kasper <http://www.rbc.org/devotionals/our_daily_bread/writer/47886.aspx> Though fierce the hatred of our foe Whose legions seek to work us woe, He can't destroy the Living Word Nor those who own Him as their Lord. -D. De Haan Spiritual victory comes only to those who are prepared for battle. ________________________________ "This e-mail (including any attachments) is intended solely for the addressee and could contain information that is confidential; If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any use, disclosure, copying or dissemination of this e-mail and any attachment is strictly prohibited and you should immediately delete it. This message does not necessarily reflect the views of Bank Indonesia. Although this e-mail has been checked for computer viruses, Bank Indonesia accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus and any malicious code transmitted by this e-mail. Therefore, the recipient should check again for the risk of viruses, malicious codes, etc as a result of e-mail transmission through Internet" ________________________________ ** “This e-mail (including any attachments) is intended solely for the addressee and could contain information that is confidential; If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any use, disclosure, copying or dissemination of this e-mail and any attachment is strictly prohibited and you should immediately delete it. This message does not necessarily reflect the views of Bank Indonesia. Although this e-mail has been checked for computer viruses, Bank Indonesia accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus and any malicious code transmitted by this e-mail. Therefore, the recipient should check again for the risk of viruses, malicious codes, etc as a result of e-mail transmission through Internet”
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