(This is a note that I found that I wrote to myself back in 2006, but my goodness it is relevant today.)
It is time for you to stand ready!
If you haven't done so already, unsheathe your sword and stand firm! Neither attacking or defending for the moment, but stand secure with an air of readiness. Ready to parry any attack and ready to go on the offensive at any moment.
BE PREPARED! Ready your mind!
Stand strong, armor on and sword drawn, ready for action!
"Declare this among the nations: Prepare for war! Rouse the warriors! Let all the men advance and attack. Beat your plows into swords and your pruning knives into spears. Let even the weakling say 'I am a warrior.' Come quickly, all you nations: gather yourselves. Bring down your warriors, Lord! Rouse the nations!" (Joel 3:9-12)
Are you roused?? You are being called out!
