Focus: Emotionally Triage Series Day 11: The Breastplate of Righteousness—Guarding Your Heart

Day 11: The Breastplate of Righteousness—Guarding Your Heart

Righteousness is our spiritual protection, guarding our hearts from shame and accusation. The breastplate of righteousness covers us with Christ’s goodness, not our own. Like the Proverbs 31 woman, who is clothed with strength and dignity, we are called to let our character reflect God’s standards. Righteousness is not about perfection but about surrender—letting God shape our actions and attitudes. When we choose righteousness, we protect our hearts from bitterness, envy, and regret. God’s righteousness empowers us to love well, forgive freely, and live boldly.

Bible Verses:

• “With the breastplate of righteousness in place.” (Ephesians 6:14)

• “She is clothed with strength and dignity.” (Proverbs 31:25)

• “He made him who knew no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” (2 Corinthians 5:21)

Call to Action:
Invite God to search your heart and reveal any areas needing His righteousness. Surrender your hurts and failures to Him, trusting that He covers you with grace.

3 Things to Remember:

• Righteousness protects your heart.

• God’s grace covers your flaws.

• Character is your true adornment.