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Ephesians 6:15

Specifically designed military sandals (with spikes) were made to maintain balance on rough terrain. They provided support for the feet, making movements more agile. The Christian warrior needs to have the protection and mobility of feet shod in the preparation of the Gospel of peace. The word "preparation" can mean:

1- Preparation in terms of getting ready
2- The state of readiness
3- Foundation or firmness
4- Readiness or promptness of mind
5- The readiness that the Gospel of peace creates.

As the Gospel secures our peace with God, and gives the assurance of His favor, it produces that joyful alertness of mind which is essential in spiritual conflict. The peace that Paul writes about is peace with God for salvation. Isaiah 52:7 says: How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good tidings, who publishes peace, who brings good tidings of good, who publishes salvation, who says to Zion, "Your God reigns."