We find ourselves in a spiritual battle every single day, whether we acknowledge it or not. Pastor Hilton draws from Ephesians 6:13-15, showing us how we must prepare ourselves with the full armor of God, particularly focusing on having our feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. Just as those soldiers needed proper equipment to advance and stand their ground, we need the gospel of peace to move forward in our faith and resist the enemy's attacks. Yet within this battle, we discover something remarkable: the gospel brings us peace even amid hostility. When we prepare ourselves daily through God's Word, we find stability, purpose, and the ability to extinguish every flaming arrow the enemy hurls our way.

The question becomes personal and urgent: Have we prepared ourselves today? Are we soaking in Scripture like those soldiers soaked their shields in water overnight? Our effectiveness for Christ depends entirely on our willingness to equip ourselves for the battle we cannot avoid.