2-Minute Tuesday: The Weight of the Vest

Righteousness Isn’t For Your Comfort; It’s For Your Coverage

Every first responder knows the feeling of a ballistic vest—it’s heavy, it’s hot, and it can be incredibly restrictive. But you never take it off, because you know it protects your most vital parts. In this episode of 2-Minute Tuesdays, Pastor Keith Charles uses the physical reality of body armor to illustrate a powerful spiritual truth about integrity.

Drawing from Ephesians 6:14, we explore the “Breastplate of Righteousness.” Doing the right thing isn’t always comfortable, and standing for the truth can sometimes feel like a heavy burden. However, just like that vest on a long shift, God’s standards are designed to protect your heart from the strikes you never see coming.

Key Takeaways:

• The Gear Perspective: Why the discomfort of the vest is a price worth paying for protection.
• The Biblical Armor: How “living right” acts as a spiritual barrier against bitterness and regret.
• Action Step: A challenge to stop trading your protection for comfort and keep your integrity strapped tight.

Watch now to learn why the “weight” of godly character is what keeps you safe in every season.

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