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Part 1: Get Ready for War!

ARMOR OF GOD

PART 1

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Ephesians 6:10-12

1.  KNOW WHO WE FIGHT.

  • The spiritual forces of evil.

“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” Ephesians 6:12 (NIV)

2.  WHAT DO WE FIGHT AGAINST SPECIFICALLY?

  • The devil’s schemes. 

“Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” Ephesians 6:11 (NIV)

“Another reason I wrote you was to see if you would stand the test and be obedient in everything. Anyone you forgive, I also forgive. And what I have forgiven—if there was anything to forgive—I have forgiven in the sight of Christ for your sake, in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes.” 2 Corinthians 2:9-11 (NIV)

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” Ephesians 6:10 (NIV)

“Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.” Ephesians 6:13 (NIV)

  • Satan’s lies.

“In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold.” Ephesians 4:26-27 (NIV)

  • Categories of Satan’s lies:

  • Temptation

  • Accusation

3.  HOW DO WE FIGHT THIS SPIRITUAL WAR?

  • Know which of Satan’s strategies are used on you.

  • The Gospel is the armor that allows us to stand strong in the fight.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” Ephesians 6:10-11 (NIV)

MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS:

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This Week’s Reading Plan and Blog/Podcast:

  • YouVersion® Bible App Reading Plan:
    “Armor of God” (7 Days)

  • Blog and Podcast: “Fight Back”

Armor of GodDr. John Gerlach