The Shield

In ancient warfare, flaming arrows were a common battle tactic. Roman soldiers would soak their shields in water for protection to douse the flames of the enemy. Paul has this in mind when he describes how believers are to live. Faith is the shield that extinguishes Satan’s flaming arrows. Paul understands that faith is not dependent on the strength believers can muster. It is secure because of the One their faith is in. Biblical faith involves a choice to trust God’s goodness, presence, power and provision.