Stand Firm: The Belt of Truth

Sunday we’ll continue our study, as we learn to use the armor of God to stand firm against the schemes of the evil one. The first thing that Paul urges us to put on is the belt of truth. He begins here because the belt is a critical piece of a soldier’s armor. When the soldier needed to prepare for battle, he would tuck his tunic into the belt. In addition, the belt would hold his sword. 

Paul sees “truth” as the central and critical piece for the believer and the church. While truth includes the word of God, he has something broader in mind: integrity, sincerity, and truthfulness. Truth specifically addresses Satan’s deceitful schemes. If deceit is central to evil’s influence, truth is central to the church’s resistance and advance. 

So come Sunday and let’s consider the belt of truth!