Prepare to Fight
Put on the armor of God
Thank You, Lord, that I draw my strength and might from You. I now put on Your whole armor to protect myself from the devil and his evil schemes. I’m not waging war against just human enemies. Still, I fight against tyrants, authorities, supernatural powers, and demon princes that move about in this world. And I fight against the wicked spiritual armies in the heavenly places.
Thank You, Lord God, for dressing me head-to-toe in Your armor. Now, I resist during these evil days, and I’m prepared to hold my ground. I stand with truth banded around my waist and Your righteousness on my chest. My vital organs and heart are safe in You. My feet are protected by the good news of peace proclaimed to us through Jesus Christ. Faith shields me from the flaming spears the wicked one hurls at me. I protect my mind, knowledge, and understanding with the helmet of Your salvation.
I wield Your word as my sword in the Spirit. I pray continually and in the Spirit. I pray anyway I know how. And I pray on behalf of Your people. I pray that Your truth will be with me before I open my mouth. Your Spirit will guide me in speaking the good news with confidence.
Prepare my attitude
Lord God, thank You for turning my head and heart to Your words. I turn away from worthless things. Give me life in Your way. Open my eyes to see the wonderful things in Your law. Teach me Your way, so I walk in Your truth. Unite my divided heart so I revere Your Holy name.
Lord, thank You for surprising me every morning with Your love. You satisfy me with Your kindness. I sing with joy and celebrate each day.
Psalm 23
Lord God Eternal, You are my shepherd. You always care for me. You provide me with rest and soothe my fears. You surround me with rich, green fields beside streams of refreshing water.
You make me whole again. You steer me away from hard paths and guide me to where truth and righteousness echo Your name. I am not overcome by fear even in the face of death because You are with me. I am comforted with Your protection and guidance in those dark moments.
Thank You, Lord God, for providing for me even as my enemies attack. You care for all my needs and pour Your Holy Spirit over me. You fill me up, Lord, with Your grace in Christ Jesus. I know, Lord God, that Your faithful protection and loving provision pursue me everywhere I go. Thank You, Lord Eternal, for allowing me to be in Your presence forever.
The Lord’s Prayer
Father God in heaven, Your name is holy. Bring Your kingdom here. Manifest Your will here on earth just as it is manifested in heaven. Give me today what I need. Forgive me of my sins as I forgive others. Lead me not into temptation but deliver me from evil. Your kingdom is powerful and glorious forever.
Fight For The Nations
Thank You, Lord God, for protecting Your people in the nations. You fight against the princes and powers of the earth that make war on the nations. I will not be afraid. My enemies are vanquished not by my hand but with my hand in Your hand. You open doors and gates without a fight and keep them open.
Thank You, Lord God, the Eternal One, because You fight against the enemy nations. You defeat the spiritual powers over the nations and bring safety to the people.
Lord God, Your kingdom is not recognized in this world. Your kingdom is in the spiritual realm. That is why I seek Your kingdom and lead others to You to save them from this rebellious and broken world.
Thank You, Lord God, that my weapons are powered by You and are effective at tearing down the strongholds erected against Your truth. I do not wage war about flesh and blood alone. Still, through Christ Jesus, I fight against supernatural powers that hold humans enthralled. I fight the good fight of this faith. I cling to the eternal life You called me to when I confessed You before witnesses.
