1-21-06 Luke 11:21

Luke 11:21(KJ21)
When a strong man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace.

Luke 11:21 (NAS)
When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own homestead, his possessions are undisturbed;

Luke 11:21 (NIVUS)
When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe.

Luke 11:21 (NLT)
For when Satan, who is completely armed, guards his palace, it is safe—

Even though you are God's child and have given Him charge and control over your life, you still have the responsibility to cooperate with Him. You may have been weak, but the Lord will make you strong and valiant; you will have a power and force that you never had before. If you lack ability in a certain area, Adonai will fully equip you, making you able to do what you need to do.

When you encounter intense opposition, you can be assured that you have been armed with God's armor. With this equipment you are well able to guard and preserve the palace and mansion that God has given you. As you obey the Lord, you will also find that you avoid many obstacles; as you observe His commands, He will save you from loss and injury.

In following after God and His word, you are beginning to profit and prosper. You have received goods and possessions that you did not have before. You, however, do not need to fear losing what the Lord has provided for you. You can rest and be quiet, for you are fixed in His will.