Post by John on May 30, 2018 8:13:15 GMT -5
In another thread, sister Candance was discussing ways the enemy comes against us, and things we can do to protect ourselves when that happens. She made a lot of excellent points. Here I wanted to bring us a passage of scripture where Paul discusses the same topic, and ways we can stand when that happens. He speaks in terms of having on spiritual armor, and tells us what that is. Ephesians 6:10-18
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with TRUTH, and having on the breastplate of RIGHTEOUSNESS; And your feet shod with the preparation of THE GOSPEL OF PEACE; Above all, taking the shield of FAITH, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 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, and WATCHING thereunto with all perseverance, and supplication for all saints;
Our fight is not in the natural, but in the spiritual realm, and as such, we need spiritual armor and spiritual weapons. Who are we fighting? Principalities, powers, rulers of the darkness of this world, spiritual wickedness in high places. These are different ranks of demonic spirits. They will work through people, but it isn't flesh and blood we are at war with, though it can appear like it is at times. It is the evil spirits behind people that oppose us we are warring against. What does our armor consist of? 1. Truth 2. Righteousness 3. Gospel of Peace 4. Faith 5. Salvation. With this armor, we are able to stand up to the enemy. Without these things, the enemy will destroy us.
Most speak of us having but one offensive weapon, but that is not true. We have two that is mentioned. We have the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. When we speak God's Word in truth, there is power. In addition to that, we have the weapon of prayer. That is critical. We must stay in constant communication with the Captain of our army, the Lord Jesus Christ, who has all of the host of heaven at his disposal, and can send help as needed. We are also warned to be watchful at all times. If we want to defeat the enemy, we must do the following:
1. Be in the truth
2. Live a Righteous Lifestyle
3. Stand on the gospel of Peace
4. Have Faith that doesn't waver
5. Be saved, not just religious
6. Have the Word of God ready at all times.
7. Pray
8. Be watchful
Do these things, and you will be an overcomer.
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with TRUTH, and having on the breastplate of RIGHTEOUSNESS; And your feet shod with the preparation of THE GOSPEL OF PEACE; Above all, taking the shield of FAITH, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 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, and WATCHING thereunto with all perseverance, and supplication for all saints;
Our fight is not in the natural, but in the spiritual realm, and as such, we need spiritual armor and spiritual weapons. Who are we fighting? Principalities, powers, rulers of the darkness of this world, spiritual wickedness in high places. These are different ranks of demonic spirits. They will work through people, but it isn't flesh and blood we are at war with, though it can appear like it is at times. It is the evil spirits behind people that oppose us we are warring against. What does our armor consist of? 1. Truth 2. Righteousness 3. Gospel of Peace 4. Faith 5. Salvation. With this armor, we are able to stand up to the enemy. Without these things, the enemy will destroy us.
Most speak of us having but one offensive weapon, but that is not true. We have two that is mentioned. We have the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. When we speak God's Word in truth, there is power. In addition to that, we have the weapon of prayer. That is critical. We must stay in constant communication with the Captain of our army, the Lord Jesus Christ, who has all of the host of heaven at his disposal, and can send help as needed. We are also warned to be watchful at all times. If we want to defeat the enemy, we must do the following:
1. Be in the truth
2. Live a Righteous Lifestyle
3. Stand on the gospel of Peace
4. Have Faith that doesn't waver
5. Be saved, not just religious
6. Have the Word of God ready at all times.
7. Pray
8. Be watchful
Do these things, and you will be an overcomer.