The Shoes Make the Man… Or Woman

“…and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.”  Ephesians 6:15

 

Walking in the Word is the life that God expects of a Christian.  He expects us to read the Bible, accept it as truth and walk in its ways.  When we do that, we find great peace in our lives.  Walking out the Word of God does not make life easy, but it does make it simple in that we know how we are to handle various sins, temptations, situations and obstacles.  When we have the Word hidden in our hearts, it helps keep us from sinning against God.

Additionally, we are to be Jesus’ feet in this world, going forth and continuing the work that he began during His earthly ministry.  We are to tell the people the good news of the gospel, we are to go forth and compel them to come in, and as we do so, we find great peace.

When you consider the shoes of the Roman soldier to which Paul was most likely comparing the components of the Armor of God to, the shoes are quite noteworthy.  They had spikes in the bottom which allowed the soldier to have a good footing even on uneven ground.  They consisted of greaves that protected even the soldier’s legs.

When we have solid footing that is based on the never-changing foundation of the Word of God, we can step out with confidence and go wherever He leads.  We can go with peace.

Dear Lord, help me to walk in peace today.  Help me to ensure that my feet are fitted with the readiness that   comes from the gospel of peace.  In Jesus’ Name.  Amen.

Sherri