Put on the Full Armor of God

IIT UBF - University Bible Fellowship at IIT

Put on the Full Armor of God

Date: Aug. 31, 2016

Passage

Ephesians 6:10-24 (ESV)

10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. 13 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 firm. 14 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. 16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; 17 and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, 18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, 19 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.

21 So that you also may know how I am and what I am doing, Tychicus the beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord will tell you everything. 22 I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are, and that he may encourage your hearts.

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

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Daily Bread

Key Verse: 6:11

Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.

First, the armor of God (10-17). The devil is scheming to knock us down and defeat us. We are too weak to stand against him on our own, so we need to be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Using the imagery of a fully armed and suited soldier, Paul tells us how to engage this spiritual battle. These are truth, righteousness, readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, faith and salvation. The sword of the Spirit, the word of God, is our weapon. Each day we need to put on the armor of God.

Second, pray that I may declare it fearlessly (18-24). In addition to the armor of God, which bolsters our defense, we are to engage the spiritual conflict through prayer on all occasions. Not only for ourselves, but for all the Lord's people. Especially we pray for gospel message to be proclaimed fearlessly by his servants.

Prayer: Father, you have provided all I need to be strong and take my stand. Help me put on the armor of God, take up your word, and pray.

One Word: stand your ground

Worthy is Jesus the Lamb

Revelation 5:1-14

Key Verse: 5:12

saying with a loud voice,

  “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain,
  to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might
  and honor and glory and blessing!”

Today's Question

What does the fifth commandment forbid?

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