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Spiritual Warfare . The Whole of Armor of GOD Ephesians 6: 10-20 . We are at war? Yes!.
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Spiritual Warfare The Whole of Armor of GOD Ephesians 6: 10-20
We are at war? Yes! • Paul tells us in Ephesians 6: 12 “ For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this present darkness world, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”
Who is the enemy ? • He’s invisible • He’s on the attack • He’s a created Spirit (Colossians 1: 15) • He’s is mention multiple times in scripture • Serpent (Genesis 3:1) • Devil ( Revelation 20:10) • Satan • “the prince of demons” • Minion as angels
Breastplate of righteous • Protects our heart from mortal wounds • Enemy can never destroy us because of sin • Living God’s way • Making the right choice everyday to live in a righteous manner. • Eph 4: 26,27
Belt of truth • Surround ourselves with God’s truth • Knowing truths keeps us from possibility deception • Illuminates any darkness • John 8 31:32
Shoes gospel of peace • Enemy is waiting for us slip. • He keeps us from peace ( anxious, fearful, upset and just waiting) • Jesus gives us peace, ground us, gives foundation to walk solid • Philippians 4 :7 • Colossians 3:15
Shield of faith • Stops flaming darts ( Schemes, temptations, lies) attacks on God’s people • Absolute confidence in God. • Trust in Jesus for victory over sin • {regardless of the darts, faith overcomes} • Eph 4: 27
Sword of the Spirit Hand to Hand combat with lies and deceptions from the enemy Word of God Come humble, open heart, as you read, God can reveal where your heart is and restore you Luke 10:19
Helmet of salvation • Protects our minds • Guards the most influential organ • He can distort our thoughts, emotions, knowledge, behaviors and relationships. • 2 Cor 10: 3-4 • Romans 8 :6-7