We must have a shield of faith

that can block the fiery arrows of the devil.

Lately, I've been feeling the need to grasp more deeply the idea

 that we must be fully equipped with God's armor,

including the shield of faith which can extinguish the fiery arrows of the devil

(Ephesians 6:11, 16).

The reason for this is that the devil has been prompting thoughts like,

'What if I test positive on the PCR test and can't go to Korea for internet ministry...'

This 'What if...' question has been unsettling.

However, the Holy Spirit has been continually reminding and urging me,

through last Sunday's sermon centered on Colossians 1:4,

to hold onto and pray with unwavering faith,

preparing for and moving forward with internet ministry.

Additionally, the devil has been making me think

about the suffering of my loved ones who are currently ill,

even prompting thoughts of their deaths,

which has been weighing heavily on my heart.

However, during yesterday's Wednesday prayer meeting,

through the sermon by our senior pastor on "The Seven Words from the Cross (6)"

based on John 19:28-30, I gained strength and comfort for my troubled heart

as he preached that Jesus Christ, through His death,

defeated the power of death held by the devil

and liberated all who were held in bondage by the fear of death

throughout their lives (Hebrews 2:14-15).

Through His help and support (v. 16),

my despondent heart was kindled and empowered.

I desire to live victoriously in this spiritual battle through faith alone.