Using Your Daily Armor
Ephesians 6:10-18
The Battle Is On 04 | Debbye Turner Bell | leadership development coordinator | first aired on 08.09.20
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints—” —Ephesians 6:10-18 (NKJV)
There is a war going on in the spirit realm, whether you know it or not. The enemy is waging a battle for your soul, mind, heart, family, peace, faith and more.
The battle is real and the stakes are high!
We must learn to live by the Spirit, and fight in the Spirit.
You have armor and weapons available for you to be protected from the enemy and to defeat the enemy.
Two truths:
You will have to fight
You have protection while you are in the fight
Our spiritual armor includes: truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, the Word of God, and prayer.
I. Faith: The enemy
Faith is what allows us to go into battle (it quenches the fiery darts of the enemy)
Faith is a decision not a feeling
Faith comes from the Word of God (Romans 10:17)
The enemy attacks your faith to keep you out of the fight
Agreeing in faith with others surrounds us with protection
II. Truth: Truth
“Girding our loins” with truth, frees us to be able to fight.
The lies of the enemy bind us up.
The enemy with use “facts” to keep us from acting on The Truth. (John 8:32)
Know the truth about your identity and authority in Jesus.
Healing
“And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.” —James 5:15
“But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed.” —Isaiah 53:5
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” —3 John 1:2
Provision
“And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work.” —2 Corinthians 9:8
“As His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us by glory and virtue …” —2 Peter 1:3
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” —Matthew 6:33
Peace
“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. “ —Colossians 3:15
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.“ —John 14:27
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” —Philippians 4:6-7
Identity
“But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name: ” —John 1:12
“Knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin.” —Romans 6:6
“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;” —1 Peter 2:9
“For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” —Romans 8:38-39
III. Righteousness—being in
When we allow the enemy to compromise our character, our heart becomes exposed.
IV. Peace: If the enemy can
Peace anchors us by giving us solid footing
If the enemy can shake our peace, we lose our stability. We waver.
When we keep our mind stayed on God, He keeps us in perfect peace. —Isaiah 26:3When we choose not to be anxious and make our requests known to the Lord, He gives us mind-blowing peace. —Philippians 4:6-7
V. Salvation: When our
Salvation literally transforms our mind and our thinking.
When our mind changes, our destiny changes.
VI. Word of God: God’s Word both
The Sword of the Word is the only defensive and offense weapon the in armor of God.
The Word of God is powerful. It sets the captive free, heals the sick, accomplishes the will of God and gives us light and guidance.
VII. Prayer is a mighty
When we pray the Word and will of God, Heaven backs us up.
When we pray, things begin to happen. If we don’t pray, nothing happens.
In the name of Jesus, we can cast our demons, speak with new tongues, be protected from harm, lay hands on the sick and they recover. —Mark 16:17-18
VIII. Armor is only effective if you use it! We must
Call to action:
Daily cloth yourself in truth, righteousness, peace, faith and salvation. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you walk in this armor everyday
Determine that you will fight the battle where it is … in the Spirit. Refuse to allow the enemy to lure you into fights with people. Fight “principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.”
Get angry at the enemy and take the authority that you have in the name of Jesus.
Having done all, STAND.
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