“What should we wear?”

March 3, 2008
Monday

Ephesians 6: 10-18

According to the information we received from our tour company, the weather was supposed to be in the fifties and sixties while we were in Turkey. Even though it was only mid-September, I had visions of a beautiful Maine fall day. We packed accordingly with long pants, jackets, and a couple of summer things, just in case. However, when we arrived in Turkey, we experienced a wonderful Maine summer and we were ecstatic. The only problem we had was what we had to wear. Having packed only a few summer things and with limited, and expensive, access to laundry facilities, we spent a portion of each evening washing clothes for the next day. The good thing is that the others on the trip had to do the same!
By the time we arrived in Ephesus, we were used to seeing the same clothes on everyone and tired of carrying a suitcase full of useless clothes.
In today’s reading from Ephesians, Paul challenges us to be strong in the Lord and to put on the full armor of God. This armor is not heavy, though at times challenging to wear. It does not need to be cleaned each night though we should keep up with it. It does not keep the sun out but does protect us from the heat of evil. It doesn’t require checking with the weather person or fashion expert but rather fits all situations. It gives us strength and the ability to withstand the storms of life. It is a gift from God. Amen!