Put on the Armour of Light

Music: Minor Muse by Colin Owen Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness and put upon us the armour of light. Lord, You alone know our inmost thoughts and the true condition of our heart. Overcome our reluctance to seek You and deepen our trust in Your dealings with us, Lord. For where we are tempted to see only difficulties You see a whole range of possibilities. Strengthen our will to serve You, that we may give no foothold to the watching powers of darkness. Stir up a worshipping warrior spirit within us. Where we have difficult choices to make and tasks to attempt, guide us in our decision-making and keep us diligent in seeking You. Grant me the strength to await Your timing, for if I insist on doing things my way, it’s much harder for You to be able to do them Your way. Help us to recognise when evil forces are at work, in our own hearts and situations, in our churches, and amongst the nations of the world. Help us to turn and face You, Lord, for even when evil does strike, You can still bring good out of it. Help us to take our stand for You against these things. Come by Your Spirit’s power to rescue those who are in the grip of evil forces. Grant courage to those who find themselves obliged to take a course of action which they would much prefer not to have to take. Help them know that if You have directed this course, then however hard the path, it will be safe and right and necessary. Be with them every step of the way.