There is a battle being waged right now for our hearts. Only Jesus is worthy of our hearts and our trust. Only He can equip us to take a stand against the darkness. Paul told the Ephesians church how to prepare for the battle for our hearts: the only way we will survive is to put on the full armor of God.

Be Still. When we stop moving, cease our striving and put our hands down, we can become still. Stillness is so rare that it will at first feel odd. However, what follows is best described as high definition clarity about what matters. Do you know what matters? Sensing God’s hand on our lives moment by moment. 

When we are school-aged, we go to school not only to gain knowledge but to learn how to apply that knowledge for the highest good. As we mature, we use that wisdom to help us make the right choices.

As we embrace each moment, take care with the words we say, what we consume, and the choices we make.