"Warrior Bugs" part 1

In the movie "A Bug's Life" an ant named Flik goes in search of some tough "warrior bugs" to help defend the ant colony against the evil grasshoppers. What Flik doesnt know is that these warrior bugs are really just some "circus bugs" that have just recently left their gig in the travelling circus.

As we talk about putting on the "Full Armor of God" (Ephesians 6:10-20) I've asked each of us whether we want to be "warrior bugs" or "circus bugs" when confronted with the multitude of attacks by Satan that we face on a daily basis. Silly, nonsensical example, I know, but hopefully by now you don't expect much more from me. Regardless, I hope that you'll join me in our quest to become "warrior bugs" for God...and here's how:

The first weapon that we've talked about comes from verse 14...the "Belt of Truth". Just like Roman soldiers back in Paul's day would put on a belt to secure their clothing and weapons, so we as Christians are instructed to put on the truth in our lives. So what is the "belt of truth" and how can it help me?

For my life, the truth is found in the Word of God. You know, that book that may be in the floor board of my car from last Sunday when I went to Church. Well, not if I'm putting on the belt of truth each day. So you ask, "how is the Bible a weapon?" Well, for starters it gives us:

1) Freedom - (John 8:31-32)
2) Power (Hebrews 4:12)
3) Knowledge and Wisdom to withstand temptation(Matthew 4:1-11)

So next time you're frustrated because you feel like you've been "clobbered" by the enemy...take a look around and ask yourself..."now where did I put that belt of truth?"