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Discover the significance and impact of the Sword of the Spirit in Ephesians 6:17 and Hebrews 4:12. Explore the Greek words Logos and Rhema and learn how to effectively combat Satan's strategies using God's Word.
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The Sword of the Spirit Ephesians 6:17
2 Greek Words for “Word” Logos Rhema Pronounced “Ray-Ma” Means “The Sayings of God” • Used in 1 John to describe Jesus • Primarily used to refer to the “entire” Bible
Hebrews 4:12 “For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”
The 3 Strategies Satan Uses • The Lust of the Flesh (Mt. 4:1-3) • The Lust of the Eyes (Mt. 4:5-6) • The Pride of Life (Mt. 4:8-9)
What is the Effect of the Sword? • This Truth Explains the Dynamic of Preaching • This Truth Encourages the Discipline of Reading through the Bible • The Truth Encourages us to Memorize Key Passages of God’s Word