Peace

Eph. 6:15 (NKJV)

and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

It is said that the Greek soldiers would install nails in the soles of their shoes in the same way that our modern day athletes do. A firm footing would definitely give the upper hand in this form of battle. But what I love about this verse is the idea of preparation. Too often in our spiritual battles we wait until the battle is on before we feel the urgency to prepare. However most of the time it is too late. That is why Bible Study is so key to the Christian life. We must do our basic training before the battles come. Today, I will prepare for future battles by knowing the gospel and thus achieve peace.