You’re Never Safe

“Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.“ Ephesians 6:11 NIV

In a story titled “Cincinnati Runner Narrowly Escapes Being Abducted” Heather Bogan reported that she was in the zone, listening to music while she ran through Cincinnati’s Ault Park last weekend when she said a man pulled up beside her and said, “Get in the car.” She had run up and back down a hill before noticing him in her periphery. Escaping the worst nightmare of many female runners, Bogan told Fox 19 News that she was nearly abducted. After the man first approached her, Bogan ignored him and kept running. Then he pulled up beside her again, screeching his tires. Thankfully Heather was able to escape by flagging down a passing car and sat inside while the would-be abductor sped off. The writer added that Bogan usually runs with mace or a taser, but she brought neither with her on this run because she figured she’d be safe running in a busy park in the middle of the day.  

And you know, as this story shows, a runner should never assume they’re safe just because it’s daylight or they’re in a ‘safe’ area (no one should for that matter) but must always carry protection and be prepared for a surprise attack. The same is true in our spiritual lives as well since we know that our enemy is always on the prowl looking for someone to devour—someone who is unarmed. Which is the very reason we are told to put on the full armor of God each and every day. This is the only way that we will be ready to take our stand when (not if) we encounter the devil’s schemes or attacks.  

So be sober and alert at all times my friend for both seen and unseen enemies. Lawlessness is increasing all around the world and we must be ready. 

Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us everything we need to be victorious over our enemies. Lord please remind us that we face danger both from seen and unseen forces that want to destroy us. Cause us to be ever vigilant to never be caught unarmed. It’s in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen. 

Happy Running!