The Weapons of the World: God's Armament, Part 3

May 29, 2020

Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Savior. The Sovereign LORD is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he enables me to go on the heights.

~ Habakkuk 3:17-19 NIV ~

"The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world." (2 Corinthians 10:4 NIV2)

In this world, there is so much hate that we want weapons to protect us. Gun ownership is on the rise, and it is no longer uncommon to see people walking around with guns on their belts. The first time we saw this was in a restaurant. We were sitting across the isle from someone who was wearing a gun on his belt. We weren't sure how the other customers looked at this man, but I can tell you that we didn't feel comfortable...

What is interesting to note is that people who wear guns always seem to be on the alert. Remember, even if you carry a gun, it cannot save your life if you are shot, it can only save you if you are the faster shooter. Those who trust in God, however, will never have to worry.

This all brings to my mind some funny imagery: Can you imagine someone entering Heaven with a gun? Why would they need a gun? There is no war in Heaven, for Heaven is ruled in love. Following Jesus means we show His genuine love...ALL the time! The weapons God gives us are all about love, for love can demolish strongholds (See 2 Corinthians 10:5)!

What would you think if God came at you with a gun? I don't know about you, but it wouldn't make me feel very good. We have a choice to make: We can either trust in our earthly weapons, or we can decide to put our trust in our Heavenly Father and His weaponry of love.

Rob Chaffart

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