So stand ready. Being able to stand ready involves the soldier's own act of preparation. "The spiritual soldier who still holds his ground, must again stand ready to face another such crucial battle, should it come! I show you what you must do before you take your stand." Truth for a belt. The soldier's belt anchored and held together other parts of his armor. Since the word of God is the sword, truth here probably means frankness and sincerity (2 Corinthians 1:12). Righteousness. A breastplate protected the chest area from injury. Righteousness is integrity in personal conduct, This is vital to Christian life (Romans 6:13).

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