Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.

Lord, Your Church faces persecution in many subtle forms in this country, but without recognizing that their faith is being assaulted. The incessant din of advertising, pitching the attractions of materialism and lust, envy and greed, pride and covetous, self-will and choice, … are the sly tools of the Evil One to turn us away from obedience to the One True God. Satan does not need to threaten the stake to spoil our witness, just dangle the lure of power before our eyes and we become another captive of the amalgamation of Church and State, Christendom.

When will we learn that our only defense is the Armor of God, in its entirety, utilized according to the Word and without modification by us?

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 67

Mid-day: 119:97-104

Evening: Psalm 143

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