“The Believer’s Battle”

Pastor John Marc Wiemann
Ephesians 6:10-13

Main point: In Ephesians 6:10-13 we see four factors for the born-again believer to be victorious in battle against the devil and his demons.

The Believer’s Strength
Verse 10

The Believer’s Supply
Verse 11

The Believer’s Struggle
Verse 12

The Believer’s Steadfastness
Verse 13

Here are some books which may assist you in deeper study and application of the truths presented in today’s sermon. While the elders cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, we do believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through today’s topic.

~ Safe and Sound: Standing Firm in Spiritual Battles by David Powlison
~ The Christian Soldier by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones
~ Standing Strong: How to Resist the Enemy of Your Soul by John MacArthur

The Questions for Spiritual Growth

Our Cornerstone mission is To Know Christ and Make Him Known. Community Groups help us to live out our mission as we discuss the Scripture passage from the sermon, how to apply it, and pray for one another.

What are some extremes that believers take when it comes to spiritual warfare? What are the pitfalls of each?

What is the source of the believer’s strength?

What is the full armor of God? Why is it necessary to put on every piece of the armor?

According to Ephesians 6:12 and 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, what is our struggle against? What are characteristics of our spiritual enemy?

What is the “evil day” that Ephesians 6:13 refers to? How does Ephesians 5:15-16 help to understand the context?

Considering what you learned in Ephesians 6:10-13, how does God want your beliefs and actions to change?

How by God’s grace can you accomplish the change?

What are some practical steps you can take to pursue this change?