I admit, sometimes I wake up at night with my brain stressing over problems or upcoming tasks and events.

It helps to pray or recite memory verses or worship songs. These give my brain something different to focus on.

But early this morning, I wondered if the armor of God could help? Ephesians 6:11 instructs believers, “Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” Paul goes on to clarify our real struggles are against spiritual forces of evil (Eph. 6:12). Then he lists the armor we are to put on:

• Belt of Truth ~ We need to make sure our words and thoughts are true. We shouldn’t allow our imagination to dream up scenarios that may never happen.
• Breastplate of Righteousness ~ Believers are forgiven and seen as righteous in God’s eyes. Let’s not dwell on past sin. That said, sometimes, we need to do a heart check. Are we living right? Is God’s Spirit awaking us to sin we need to deal with?
• Footgear of Peace ~ When living in God’s peace, we have the support and protection we need, and with the Spirit’s help, we can spread the gospel.
• Shield of Faith ~ Our faith protects us from the flaming arrows (lies and distractions) from the evil one. This is where we choose to trust in and rely on God.
• Helmet of Salvation ~ God protects and transforms our mind so we become more like Jesus.
• Sword of the Spirit ~ The Word of God is our one offensive weapon. May we meditate on and memorize Scripture in order to be ready to counter Satan’s lies.

So, in addition to our PJs, I think we’d best wear our armor, even at night.