This devotional really spoke to my heart because it is such a powerful reminder that our confidence and our peace do not come from what people think about us but from what God has already declared over us. Ephesians 6 : 16 hits so strongly here because the shield of faith is not just protection, it is a mindset that helps us stay steady when the world throws its fiery darts of doubt, fear, rejection, and criticism. I appreciate the story you shared about the young lady asking how to stop caring about what others say, because your answer was simple and true they are not more important than God. That truth alone can set a believer free. Second Corinthians 5 : 17 reminds us that if anyone is in Christ he is a new creation and when we remember that old things have passed away and all things have become new it becomes easier to live from Gods reality instead of the worlds noise. The picture of the hawk remaining unmoved while the crow attacks is such a perfect illustration of spiritual maturity because it shows what it looks like when a believer knows who they belong to and refuses to be shaken. It makes me think of Psalm 16 : 8 where David said I have set the Lord always before me because He is at my right hand I will not be moved. That is the same spirit behind this devotional the calm unshaken confidence that comes from trusting what God says above everything else. And it is true that many times we forget that the attacks and negativity around us are not the real enemy behind the scenes it is the wicked one trying to distract us pull us off the path and weaken our faith. But the Word reminds us in First John 4 : 4 that He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world and that alone gives us strength to stand like that hawk steady focused and unmoved. As we step into a new week your encouragement feels timely because it reminds us not to let the noise of the world steal our peace or our focus. God sees every detail He watches over His children and nothing slips past His eyes. I am thankful for this reminder and praying that we will all learn how to use the shield of faith the way God intended so we can walk forward with confidence and quiet strength in Christ.
I wholeheartedly agree with you, my brother, it is easier living in the reality of God's Word. I am so thankful to God that this devotional touched your spirit. It brings me no greater joy than to hear God's children understand the message as it was given to me from Him. My hope is that all of God's children take to heart that they are important to Him, that they are the "apple of His eye" and "He counts the very number of hairs on each of their head," indeed, His love is boundless. Remain unmoved, my brother, let not the Enemy steal your peace and faith to remain strong for the calling for which your were called. God bless you, my brother, and I pray for provision for your ministry in Christ, and I will seek to become a vessel of God's gifts as He provides to us all beyond measure.
Amen, my brother Your words encourage my heart and remind me of the beauty of walking in God’s truth. It is indeed a joy to see His children grasp the depth of His love and faithfulness. May we both continue to stand firm, unmoved by the Enemy, and fully embrace the calling He has placed on our lives. I join you in prayer for provision for our ministry, and I thank God for your heart to be a vessel of His gifts. May He multiply our efforts and pour out His blessings abundantly, not just for us, but for every life touched through our obedience and service Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever Amen Ephesians 3:20-21
This devotional really spoke to my heart because it is such a powerful reminder that our confidence and our peace do not come from what people think about us but from what God has already declared over us. Ephesians 6 : 16 hits so strongly here because the shield of faith is not just protection, it is a mindset that helps us stay steady when the world throws its fiery darts of doubt, fear, rejection, and criticism. I appreciate the story you shared about the young lady asking how to stop caring about what others say, because your answer was simple and true they are not more important than God. That truth alone can set a believer free. Second Corinthians 5 : 17 reminds us that if anyone is in Christ he is a new creation and when we remember that old things have passed away and all things have become new it becomes easier to live from Gods reality instead of the worlds noise. The picture of the hawk remaining unmoved while the crow attacks is such a perfect illustration of spiritual maturity because it shows what it looks like when a believer knows who they belong to and refuses to be shaken. It makes me think of Psalm 16 : 8 where David said I have set the Lord always before me because He is at my right hand I will not be moved. That is the same spirit behind this devotional the calm unshaken confidence that comes from trusting what God says above everything else. And it is true that many times we forget that the attacks and negativity around us are not the real enemy behind the scenes it is the wicked one trying to distract us pull us off the path and weaken our faith. But the Word reminds us in First John 4 : 4 that He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world and that alone gives us strength to stand like that hawk steady focused and unmoved. As we step into a new week your encouragement feels timely because it reminds us not to let the noise of the world steal our peace or our focus. God sees every detail He watches over His children and nothing slips past His eyes. I am thankful for this reminder and praying that we will all learn how to use the shield of faith the way God intended so we can walk forward with confidence and quiet strength in Christ.
I wholeheartedly agree with you, my brother, it is easier living in the reality of God's Word. I am so thankful to God that this devotional touched your spirit. It brings me no greater joy than to hear God's children understand the message as it was given to me from Him. My hope is that all of God's children take to heart that they are important to Him, that they are the "apple of His eye" and "He counts the very number of hairs on each of their head," indeed, His love is boundless. Remain unmoved, my brother, let not the Enemy steal your peace and faith to remain strong for the calling for which your were called. God bless you, my brother, and I pray for provision for your ministry in Christ, and I will seek to become a vessel of God's gifts as He provides to us all beyond measure.
Amen, my brother Your words encourage my heart and remind me of the beauty of walking in God’s truth. It is indeed a joy to see His children grasp the depth of His love and faithfulness. May we both continue to stand firm, unmoved by the Enemy, and fully embrace the calling He has placed on our lives. I join you in prayer for provision for our ministry, and I thank God for your heart to be a vessel of His gifts. May He multiply our efforts and pour out His blessings abundantly, not just for us, but for every life touched through our obedience and service Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever Amen Ephesians 3:20-21
A most sincere and exclamative, amen!
Amen 🙏