Splints

In recent weeks, the doctors have added to my “hardware.” I now have five splints to wear every night to help prevent or correct various conditions. I must admit that I am still getting used to sleeping with all the various splints, but I persevere in my quest because I know these splints are for my own good. I have joked, however, that soon I will just wear an exoskeleton or a coat of armor (with appropriate straps) to bed!

As I was contemplating all the gear, I began thinking about our spiritual lives. What “splints” do I have in place spiritually to intentionally prevent or correct problems?

Ephesians 6:10-18 came to mind. “10Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 14Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; 15And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 17And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: 18Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;”

How is your armor today?