First Peter 1:13 tells us to “gird up the loins of our mind.” That seems like a strange statement, doesn’t it? But, Peter is merely using a phrase that is specific to his time in history to tell us that we have work to do….. “gird up” means to strengthen your ability. In biblical times, men pulled up the hem of their long garment; and tucked it into their waistband so they could do hard labor or run at a fast pace without their robe hampering their legs – or their ability
