In Ephesians 6:15, the Apostle Paul tells his readers to have "your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace." The sandals that Roman soldiers wore protected them and allowed them to move quickly. It also provided them with a firm foothold so that could maintain their balance while engaged in battle. So it is for the Christian. In a world fraught with stress, anxiety, and confrontation, Christians need to have a faith that is firmly grounded in certain basic and universal truths, that provides balance, protection and the ability to move quickly. The gospel of Jesus Christ has the answer for every situation and the peace to combat every anxiety. The stories in
Battle Ready: Volume 3
are meant to encourage teens and remind them of the perfect peace Jesus promises.