Day 271 · September 28

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: ISAIAH 54:1-57:14
• New Testament: EPHESIANS 6:1-24
• Psalm: PSALM 70:1-5
• Proverb: PROVERBS 24:8

Old Testament

After the suffering Servant comes restoration: covenant peace, an open invitation to receive God's gifts freely, and a call for His people to return from idolatry.

New Testament

Paul brings the gospel into home and work, then describes the armor of God. The battle is spiritual, and believers stand in

God's strength.

Psalm

The psalmist urgently asks God for help and refuses to pretend he is self-sufficient.

Proverb

Persistent scheming toward evil earns a fitting reputation.

Discover

The Servant's suffering opens the way for covenant peace. Jesus also equips His people to stand - not in personal toughness but in truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, God's Word, and prayer.

Reflect

Where am I trying to fight a spiritual battle with merely human strength?

Fellowship

Which piece of God's armor do you most need to remember this week?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, clothe me with what You provide and teach me to stand firm in Your strength. Amen.

Live

Before facing today's pressure, pray through the armor of God.