This bonus blog explores the relationship between prayer and the Armor of God, emphasizing the power and importance of prayer. It encourages consistent, simple prayers and highlights the Holy Spirit’s role in aiding believers and providing peace. Paul’s example of sharing the Gospel while in chains serves as an inspiration for finding ways to share God’s love in daily interactions.
Category Archives: Underneath the Armor
Wearing God || Ephesians 6:10-11 || Manna for the Mind #33
Let’s talk about Ephesians 6:10-11, focusing on the strength and protection found in God’s armor. I urge you to embody Christ-like values, resist temptation, and set an example of repentance and forgiveness. By donning the “armor of God,” Christians can stand strong against worldly temptations and reflect Jesus’ nature.
Spiritual Protection || Underneath the Armor || Week 6 (FINALE)
We’re finishing up the ‘Underneath the Armor’ series, where we dive into the armor of God from Ephesians. This week’s focus is on the Sword of the Spirit, which symbolizes God’s spoken word, leading to faith. We also touched on the dangerous sin of blasphemy and the unforgiving nature of denying the Holy Spirit’s work and God. Finally, trust, contentment, and gratitude in God’s plan wipe away discontent. Next up, we’ll delve into the Tower of Babel.
Saving Protection || Underneath the Armor || Week 5
The post discusses a series on understanding the armor of God shown in Ephesians 6:13-17, with a focus on the helmet of salvation. The author explores the original Greek meanings of ‘salvation’ and ‘helmet’, explaining that they convey the hope of receiving salvation from sins and being guided safely by Jesus. The post emphasizes that God’s salvation is for everyone and urges readers to protect their souls by remaining focused and devoted to Christ. The author also clarifies the role of Jews in God’s plan, including the arrival of the Messiah.
Faithful Protection || Underneath the Armor || Week 4
The six-week series “Underneath the Armor” outlines the Armor of God elucidated in Ephesians 6:13-17. The series emphasizes the importance of faith as the shield that protects believers during spiritual battles. It also explores the concept of faith in depth, associating it with steadfastness, conviction, and trust in God.
Peaceful Protection || Underneath the Armor || Week 3
The blog post dissects the concept of spiritual armor, particularly ‘shoes of peace’, as described in Ephesians 6:13-17. The peace from the Gospel, defined as a state of wholeness and rest, provides the potential to resist spiritual battles in an anxious world by fostering calmness, confidence, and readiness.
Righteous Protection || Underneath the Armor || Week 2
The six-week series “Underneath the Armor” dissects the armor of God from Ephesians 6:13-17, focusing on the body armor of righteousness. It is God’s approval that protects our hearts when making decisions. References from Matthew, Philippians, Genesis, Romans, and James show how reliance on God’s righteousness, and embracing sacrifices for Christ, can protect from worldly values and temptations. The series also emphasizes the transformative power of faith, rebuking the concept of ‘faith without action.’ The narrative concludes by affirming God’s love and endorsement for individuals.
Truthful Protection || Underneath the Armor || Week 1
An upcoming six-week series titled “Underneath the Armor” will explore the armor of God as depicted in Ephesians 6:13-17, which has been often overlooked due to its war-like imagery. The series will break down each piece of the armor, interpreting its significance via the original Greek words used in the scripture. The first part examines the “belt of truth”—a concept translated from the Greek word ‘Alétheia’—which signifies divine truth revealed to man that cannot be refuted. This truth, represented by Jesus, provides spiritual protection and guidance to those committed to understanding it.