July 30, 2023
God takes away all thought of safety to the coward; not a piece to be found for the back in all God’s armoury.
William Gurnall, The Christian in Complete Armour
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The armour of God, in its entirety, represents Christ, but it consists of several pieces:
- Belt of truth
- Breastplate of righteousness
- Shoes of the gospel
- Shield of faith
- Helmet of salvation
- Sword of the Spirit
Notice that the author is correct; God makes no provision for the Christian’s back. We are to stand and face the enemy, as the apostle reiterates in Eph. 6:11-14, not flee.