"Don't Forget Your Pants"
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· 5 viewsWhen going to battle, don't forget to put on the full armor of God.
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We are wrapping up our six week series on being Battle Ready.
We covered
Knowing God
Knowing Your Enemy 1 & 2
Powered by Prayer
Strengths & Weaknesses
(Today) The Armor of God
You might be wondering why the title says, “when going to battle, don’t forget your pants”
While it meant to have some humor, it is also meant to provoke the understanding that we are not meant to go through life experiences without the covering of Jesus Christ.
Today, we will look at the specific Armor of God, not deeply, but more holistically.
Remember, that in order to have the full armor of God, there are two things that must also be in place.
You must have a relationship with God through Jesus. (Rom 10:9)
We call that Salvation when you believe in your heart and confess with your mouth.
Being Set apart where the bondage of sin is broken, we call that Sanctification.
Filled with the Holy Spirit to be led into truth.
You must abide (or Live In) Jesus as the Vine (John 15:5)
11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Notice Paul did not say to throw on what you can.
Rather it is the WHOLE armor. It is presented as a set.
Which is why not having even one of these in your life, is like battling without your pants.
He tells us WHY we need the WHOLE armor
12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.
The whole armor is for wrestling with spiritual battles.
These happen EXTERNAL as we battle for others, and INITERNAL as we wrestle against our flesh.
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.
I - Truth
I - Truth
Truth is the right place to begin. Jesus IS Truth - Way, Truth, Life.
Fake News - False Narratives
14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
We must begin with truth
32 And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”
17 Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.
The attack here is lies, deception, confusion, doubt, and compromise.
II - Righteousness
II - Righteousness
14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
14 But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.
Jesus is your righteousness. You cannot be righteous.
The breastplate protects your heart—the seat of your
emotions, desires, and identity. Righteousness isn’t about perfection;
it’s about living in right relationship with God through Christ.
When accusations fly or shame creeps in, righteousness
guards your heart. It reminds you that you’re covered—not by your own
goodness, but by Christ’s.
III - Readiness
III - Readiness
The Gospel of Peace brings Readiness - Preparedness
15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher?
15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, Who bring glad tidings of good things!”
Soldiers need solid footing. The gospel gives you stability and direction. It’s not just about standing firm—it’s about moving forward with purpose.
IV - Faith
IV - Faith
16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one.
Faith is trusting God even when it doesn’t make sense. Notice that faith only requires trust. God is the one who covers and protects. Your job is to believe in faith that even though it looks scary, He will provide! He will come through!
V - Salvation
V - Salvation
17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God;
This is where I think the Baptists had it right. Where some are led by their experience with God, the Baptist says I know I am saved and I know He is faithful - even when I don’t feel it.
Your salvation in God is something you must believe and know beyond any doubt.
Your relationship with God reminds you that you ARE a child of God and are secure in HIM.
The helmet protects your mind. Salvation isn’t just a past event—it’s a present reality and a future hope. It shapes your thoughts, your identity, and your outlook.
I was Saved - I am Being Saved - I will be saved.
VI - Word of God
VI - Word of God
17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God;
This is your only offensive weapon. The Word isn’t just for study—it’s for battle. Jesus used it to silence the enemy in the wilderness. So can you. When you speak God’s Word, you swing a sword forged in heaven. It cuts through deception, fear, and darkness.
Read His Word
Memorize His Word
Live by His Word
Speak & Declare His Word
VII - Praying Always
VII - Praying Always
18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints—
Prayer is the first action stated after the whole armor.
This is where the battle begins
This is how the your life aligns in submission to God
Without prayer, there is no alignment and the concept of protection from the enemy is only empty - feelgood - words.
Closing
As we are finishing this series, I have something for you to remember to pray each part of the armor of God over your lives.
