The Secret to Spiritual Warfare | Scotty Gibbons - Audio

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The Secret to Spiritual Warfare Ephesians 6:10-11 - A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. (NIV)
1. Recognize the real fight.
Ephesians 6:12 For we [d] are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. (NLT)
2. Get dressed for battle.
Ephesians 6:13 - Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. (NLT)
A. Belt of Truth Ephesians 6: 14a - Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth… (NLT)
John 8:44 - He was a murderer from the beginning. He has always hated the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, it is consistent with his character; for he is a liar and the father of lies. (NLT)
B. Breastplate of Righteousness Ephesians. 6:14b - Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. (NLT)
Proverbs 4:23 – Above all else, guard your heart. (NIV)
Romans 12:9 - Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. (NIV)
C. Shoes of the Gospel of Peace
Ephesians 6:14 - Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. 15 For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. (NLT)
D. Shield of Faith Ephesians 6:16 - In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. (NLT) Hebrews 11:1 - Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. (NIV)
E. Helmet of Salvation Ephesians 6:17 - Put on salvation as your helmet. (NLT)
3. Learn to use your sword.
Ephesians 6:17 - Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. (NLT)
Hebrews 4:12 - For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword. (NIV)
4. Master the weapon of prayer. Ephesians 6:18 - 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 Lord’s people. (NIV)