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Persevering in Faith

The Promise of your heavenly crown

Scripture

Let’s not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season if we don’t give up. Galatians 6:9

Reflection

Feeling “weary” is something every believer goes through at some point in their spiritual life. You may feel weary from always trying to be nice, a little irritable as you wait for your prayer to come true, or just overwhelmed by all the chaos happening around you. This verse acts as a sweet nudge if you are feeling weary in your faith. Hang in there! Do not throw in the towel. A “due season” is coming, bringing along a great harvest of peace, character, and joy if you stick it out.

Consider a farmer who diligently plants seeds without the expectation of immediate results. This farmer continues to nurture the crops, maintaining trust in the growth process. Similarly, your dedicated efforts to “water” your faith are never in vain. They are acknowledged in the heavenly realm.

In the end, all your waiting and hard work will really pay off, giving you a reward that’s way better than you could have imagined. It’s all about being patient and sticking with it. Trust me, the outcome will be totally worth it.

Honestly, the effort you’re putting in will turn into a huge payoff that goes way beyond what you thought you will get. Just hang in there because the results will definitely make all the waiting worthwhile. All the time and energy you’re investing will be rewarded in a big way, way more than you expected.

In 2 Timothy 4:8, Paul shares a powerful feeling of hope as he says the victor’s crown of righteousness is waiting for him. He reassures believers by mentioning that this incredible reward will be handed out by the Lord, who’s painted as a just Judge, when He returns in all His glory. Paul wants to make it clear that this promise is not only for him. It’s for you also if you genuinely wants to see the Lord. You can look forward to this reward if you stick to your faith.

Thought Provoking Question

What is one area of your life where you feel like giving up?

How can you ask God for the “second wind” you need to keep going today?

For example, if you’re a student, there will definitely be times when you may just want to give up, especially when you’re pushing hard to reach your school goals. Studying and managing responsibilities can feel overwhelming, so it’s important to find strength beyond yourself during tough times.

You can always reach out to God in prayer when you need a little boost, asking for that “second wind” to lift your spirits and help you get past the tough timed. When you show your weaknesses and ask for His help, you’ll find a fresh sense of hope and motivation to keep moving forward.

Prayer

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for reminding us not to grow weary in doing good. When the journey feels long, the results seem distant, and our strength begins to fade, help us to persevere with faith and courage.

Lord, give us patience to trust Your timing and confidence that every act of kindness, love, and obedience matters in Your sight. When we are tempted to give up, renew our strength and remind us that You are working even when we cannot see immediate results.

Help us to keep serving, keep loving, and keep doing what is right with joyful hearts. May we remain faithful until the harvest You have prepared comes in due season.

In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🙏🏻

33 Days of Daily Faith

The above devotion is taken from my book 33 days od daily faith.

Download free ebook, ’33 Days of Daily Faith’, by Dr Andrew Koh

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Finding Purpose in Your Faith Journey

Finishing the Race

Scripture

I have fought the good fight. I have finished the course. I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7

Living a Christian life is a lot like running a marathon, not a quick sprint. As you wrap up these 33 days, you might feel like you’re just starting to figure out how to tie your shoe laces properly, and that’s totally fine. It’s not about being the quickest or the most holy person around. It’s about holding onto your faith. Some days will trip you up, and there will be moments when you’d rather stroll than sprint. What really matters is sticking to the journey that God has laid out for you.

Think of this journey like a super tough battle. You may not win every little fight perfectly, and there will be times when you feel knocked down. But as long as you keep going back to Him for strength and advice, you’re still making progress and winning the bigger battle.

Just keep in mind that the heart of this ongoing battle of faith is all about the end goal you’re aiming for. If you hang in there and stick it out till the end, you’ll get to wear that awesome victor’s crown up there in heaven. Sure, this journey can be tough at times, but the thought of eternal glory should push you to keep going. In the end, what really matters is reaching that amazing destination, making everything you went through totally worth it.

Philippians 1:6 has this great message that the God who kicked off some good things in your life will be with you all the way and keep working on those changes until everything’s wrapped up, until the Lord returns. This verse comforts you by reminding you that the good stuff God started in you will not just fizzle out. Instead, it’ll be polished and refined along the way. It shows that spiritual growth is a journey and that God is totally committed to keeping His promises. So, you can believe that your faith journey has a purpose and will lead you exactly where you’re meant to go.

Prayer

Father, looking back at how far we’ve come this past month, we really think we could use a bit more inner strength to keep pushing forward on our journey. We are just trying to find some motivation to go at our own pace, you know? Sometimes the journey feels super long and that finish line seems so far off.

Help us to run this marathon race of faith. Help us fight this spiritual war. Provide the strength we need to persevere. Please cover us with the full spiritual armor of God, so we can face any challenges that come our way. May we be empowered to face this race with courage and unwavering belief in Your guidance. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

33 Days of Daily Faith

The above devotion is taken from my book 33 days od daily faith.

Download free ebook, ’33 Days of Daily Faith’, by Dr Andrew Koh

Top reviews from the United States

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The armor of God: devotion

Ephesians 6: 11-17

Dr. Andrew C S Koh

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The Armor of God

Paul described the armor of God in Ephesians 6. This armor is none other than the Lord Jesus Christ. Paul used a Roman soldier’s uniform to illustrate the armor of God because he was chained ta a Roman soldier 24 hours a day under house arrest. The armor of God is a six-piece comprehensive uniform comprising a belt, breastplate, shoes, shield, helmet, and sword. 

Paul exhorts his audience and us to put on the whole armor of God not only to protect but also to attack the enemy of our souls. We are not fighting against human beings with flesh and blood. We are fighting against evil spirits in the spiritual realm of the unseen world. Our enemies are the hierarchy of evil spirits called principalities and powers, rulers and authorities, and spiritual wickedness in the high places, We must win the war through prayer in the spiritual realm first, before we can see a breakthrough in the physical realm. In this war, we do not use physical weapons but spiritual ones to demolish strongholds, 2 Corinthians 10:4.

for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds

2 Corinthians 10:4

Ephesians 6:11-17

11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God

Ephesians 6:11-17

Jesus is the belt of Truth

Jesus sets you free from bondage. He is Grace and Truth.

and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free

John 8:32

I am the way, the truth, and the life 

John 14:7

Sanctify them in your truth. Your word is the truth

John 17:7

Jesus is the breastplate of righteousness

Jesus is the righteousness of God.

For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith”

Romans 1:17

2 Cor 5:21, For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.

Jesus is the gospel of peace

Jesus is the prince of peace.  We must wear the shoes of Jesus to share the gospel of peace with others.

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear.

1 Peter 3:15

preach the word; be urgent in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with all patience and teaching.

1 Timothy 4:2

Jesus is the shield of faith

Faith protects us from the fiery darts of doubt.

Contend, Yahweh, with those who contend with me. Fight against those who fight against me. Take hold of shield and buckler, and stand up for my help.

Psalm 35:1-2

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen

Hebrews 11:1

Jesus is the helmet of salvation

The helmet protects the mind from anxious thoughts. Salvation gives us the hope of eternal life. 

But let us who are of the day be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and as a helmet the hope of salvation

1 Thess 5:8

Jesus is the sword of the Spirit

Jesus is the Word of God, a double-edged sword that cuts in both ways. Jesus quoted the Word of God when He was tempted by satan in the wilderness. The sword of the Spirit is prayer, fasting, intercession, and the Word of God. 

And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth

John 1:14

For the word of God is living and active, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and is able to discern the thoughts and intentions of the heart

Hebrews 4:12

Application

Put on the full six-piece armor of Jesus before you even go to work. Then, you will be able to stand firm against the demonic spirits. If you kneel down before God in prayer, you will stand firm before men at work. Jesus covers you from head to toe with a helmet, breastplate, belt, shoes, shield, and sword. The helmet protects your mind. The breastplate keeps you righteous before God. The truth sets you free from deception. The shoes enable you to preach the gospel of peace The shield protects you from the flaming doubts of satan. The sword enables you to defend yourself and attack for deliverance, and demolishing of strongholds. 

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for Jesus Christ, the armor of God for spiritual protection and spiritual warfare. Teach us how to pray with perseverance, watchfulness, and supplication. Teach us how to cultivate the discipline of intercession. We claim the promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14,

if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land

2 Chronicle 7:14

Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil, for Yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever and ever, in Jesus’ name, Amen.