who trains my hands for war

First Reading: Psalm: Gospel:

Ephesians 6:10-20 Psalm 144:1-2, 9-10 Luke 13:31-35

Psalm 144:1  Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle;

We are taught to love our enemies, but we are also taught to hold firm to our faith and our sense of righteousness and justice.  In these times we may be facing terrible persecution and we must take up our arms.  Our arms are our faith and trust in God and we must not give in to the evil one.

Father, help me by your Holy Spirit to hold firm to my faith and trust you in all things.

Amen