Some think “truth” means sincerity or candor, but the foundation of the Christian’s armor cannot be their own sincerity and truthfulness. The spiritual meaning here is for the mind. Soldiers braced their clothing together with a girdle in order to move without encumbrance. There is no hope for the fight unless first put on are the “loins girt with truth.” In the apostles’ time, people wore long flowing garments, but loose clothing hinders efficient movement.

This is not an exhaustive list, but a highlighting of vital elements for spiritual warfare. Martyn Lloyd-Jones delivers this sermon on the six pieces of “the armor of God.” First are the “loins girt with truth,” then the breastplate of righteousness, feet shod with the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit. In this sermon on Ephesians 6:14 titled “Loins Girt About with Truth,” Dr. 14Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness ġ4Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness Sermon DescriptionĮvery piece of the believer’s armor is critical for the Christian life.

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