Ephesians 6:10-24

Interspersed with Hymns, Spiritual Songs and Communion

Ephesians Pt. 9 (The Armor of God)

Praise and Worship

•Let There be Glory and Honor and Praises

•Lift Up Your Heads

•Let There be Glory and Honor and Praises

Be Strong, Put on God’s Armor

Eph. 6:10-11

10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.

Why Do We Need to Put On

God’s Armor?

So we can take our stand against the devil’s schemes.

How Do You Put On God’s Armor?

•The Battle Belongs to the Lord 

The Struggle of Spiritual Warfare

Eph. 6:12

12 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.

How Do You Stand Up Against Spiritual Darkness?

By Christ’s Power & Authority & Spiritual Preparation

The Power of the Blood of Jesus Christ, and the Authority of the Name of Jesus Christ.

•Am I a Soldier of the Cross 

•I Will Call Upon the Lord

Keep Prepared for Spiritual Battle

Eph. 6:13

13 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.

•Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness 

•Hide Me in Thy Holiness

•You Are My Hiding Place

•Before the Throne of God Above

Communion

1 Corinthians 11:23–28

23 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, 24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” 25 In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.” 26 For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.

27 Therefore, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. 28 A man ought to examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup.

Standing on God’s Word

Eph. 6:14

14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place,

•The B-I-B-L-E

•Standing on the Promises (v. 1 & 2)

•Stand up, Stand Up for Jesus (v. 1 & 3)

•The B-I-B-L-E

Putting Our Readiness Boots On

Eph. 6:15

15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.

What Does Putting on Footwear Have To Do With Readiness for a Battle?

Footwear is associated with taking action.  Jesus told us that as we were going into the world, to take the Gospel with us.

Preparation is essential in battle: know yourself, your assets and weaknesses; and, know your enemy.

How is putting Footwear on Related to the Gospel?

Understand how the power of Jesus Christ through the Gospel has changed you and others lives.

Why is the Gospel Defined as that which Brings Peace?

Peace from Anxiety & fear; & future eternal punishment.

•Jesus Saves (v. 1 & 4)

The Shield of Faith

Eph. 6:16

16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.

How Does Faith Act As Our Shield from Spiritual, Mental, and/or Emotional Attacks?

The essence of faith is belief in (based on God’s Word) that which cannot be perceived through normal physical means…that which is seen is temporary and transient; that which is unseen is eternal.

(2 Cor. 4:18)

•Victory in Jesus

•Victory Song 

The Helmet and Sword

Eph. 6:17

17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

How is the Helmet Associated with Salvation?

“Understanding” by faith – belief.  There is a God and He has provided a way of Salvation

Why is the Sword Identified as Being God’s Word?

A Sword is sharp & discerning; powerful to protect & deadly against enemies.

•Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet

Praying in the Spirit

Eph. 6:18

18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.

A – Adoration

C – Confession

T – Thanksgiving

S – Supplication

Congregational Prayer

•Sweet Hour of Prayer (v. 1 & 2)

Grace, Peace and Love to those who have undying love for our Lord Jesus Christ.

Eph. 6:23-24

23 Peace to the brothers, and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 24 Grace to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with an undying love.

•It is Well with My Soul  (v. 1-4)