“Karen’s Notes!
Insights from a Glory-Bound Lady”

Selected Notes
Volume 4 Number 26 “Absolutely Thrilled to Belong to Christ”
June 30, 2021

Karen (and I as well) took serving the Lord very seriously. She consistently guarded her heart and sought to be living out the truth that she shared with others. In her Bible study journal, Karen wrote out a few observations about standing for the Lord and serving Him through His strength. I enjoyed seeing her handwritten notes and was also encouraged. I hope you will be as well. Let me share the Scripture text where I found these notes.

“Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to stand” (Ephesians 6:10-13).

Karen wrote: As a soldier of the Lord we must remember our focus and purpose in life. We have a high and holy calling to always remember several things.
1. I must know the enemy (the world, the flesh and the devil).
2. I must know the tactics of the enemy.
3. I must care for fellow soldiers.
4. I must have confidence in my Commander.
5. I must put on the armor of God.
It is a high and holy calling because we are here to please the One Who gave Himself for us.

Michael’s observation: Please understand that being a soldier of the Lord is a great privilege and responsibility. But please do not think that it is a life that is lived without joy, without gladness, without laughter. It is NOT a life with a constant drill sergeant who challenges our every move. Not at all. It is a life that is lived with the understanding that spiritual enemies are real and our watchfulness is necessary. It truly is a joy to know Who we belong to and that He is our Savior.