The Belt of Truth is the first piece of spiritual armor Apostle Paul mentions. Every believer must know and understand that our perception, perspective, interpretation, and our reality is different than those of the world. The living and powerful word of God is TRUTH (John 17:17). Jesus Christ, the word that became flesh, says "I am the TRUTH" (John 14:6)! The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of TRUTH! (John 14:16-17)!

The Gospel of Peace is the good news or the good tidings that through Jesus Christ, peace has ben made between God and man. While we were once enemies of God, we are now reconciled to Him, through Christ. The Gospel of Peace is a spiritual peace that ends the hostility between God and humanity and is the beginning of a new life in Christ.

The Helmet of Salvation is protection of our minds; our knowledge, our thoughts, and our understanding. In the spiritual realm, the helmet of salvation guards us from doubts, fears, and the lies of the enemy. The knowledge of our salvation, redemption, reconciliation, sanctification, etc. are all important truths that we must learn and have complete faith in. The knowledge of our salvation is what sets a believer in Christ apart from the world.

While prayer is not a physical piece of armor, it is a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. There are demons that are cast out through "prayer and fasting" (Matthew 17:21). Prayer is a way that we communicate with God, the creator of all, to seek guidance, offer thanksgiving, and express our needs. It is also our means of interceding on behalf of others.