Focus: Emotionally Triage Series Day 13: The Shield of Faith—Deflecting Doubt

 

Day 13: The Shield of Faith—Deflecting Doubt

Faith is our defense against doubt and fear. The shield of faith extinguishes the enemy’s attacks, allowing us to move forward with courage. Like the heroes in Hebrews 11, who trusted God’s promises despite uncertainty, we are called to believe even when we cannot see. The Proverbs 31 woman laughs without fear of the future because her faith is secure. Faith is not the absence of questions but the choice to trust God’s character and Word above our circumstances.

Bible Verses:

• “Take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” (Ephesians 6:16)

• “She laughs without fear of the future.” (Proverbs 31:25, NLT)

• “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” (Hebrews 11:1)

Call to Action:
Identify an area where you’re struggling with doubt. Speak God’s promises over your life and choose to trust Him, even when the outcome is unclear.

3 Things to Remember:

• Faith is your shield.

• God’s promises never fail.

• Courage grows as you trust Him.