Righteousness as a belt was part of the Messiah's clothing in Isaiah 11:5. The belt was used to keep clothes in order. We are to live in truth, to be truthful, and to know the truth of the gospel. All these things make us ready for battle. If we let any of them slip then our lives become a mess.
The breastplate of righteousness protects our chest and the organs associated with it. In Christ we are declared righteous and this protects our very hearts. Linked with this a righteous lifestyle is equally crucial. While this again is a defensive garment, it enables us to go on the attack. In Isaiah 59:17 God Himself is depicted as putting on the breastplate of righteousness, along with the helmet of salvation.
Our feet are to be equipped with the gospel of peace. The Roman soldier's footgear was supportive and protective. The gospel enables us to travel safely over rough ground.
The breastplate of righteousness protects our chest and the organs associated with it. In Christ we are declared righteous and this protects our very hearts. Linked with this a righteous lifestyle is equally crucial. While this again is a defensive garment, it enables us to go on the attack. In Isaiah 59:17 God Himself is depicted as putting on the breastplate of righteousness, along with the helmet of salvation.
Our feet are to be equipped with the gospel of peace. The Roman soldier's footgear was supportive and protective. The gospel enables us to travel safely over rough ground.
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