6 Keys to Spiritual Stability - part 2
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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.
(1) Spiritual stability can only come from a relationship with Jesus
(1) Spiritual stability can only come from a relationship with Jesus
(1) Spiritual stability can only come from a relationship with Jesus
(1) Spiritual stability can only come from a relationship with Jesus
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.
Ephesians 6:10
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 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.
To be spiritual stable you need to be spiritually strong.
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me
be strong in the Lord
be strong in the strength of his might
(2) Spiritual stability comes from a growing relationship with Jesus
(2) Spiritual stability comes from a growing relationship with Jesus
Therefore remember that at one time you Gentiles in the flesh, called “the uncircumcision” by what is called the circumcision, which is made in the flesh by hands—
Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.
For that person must not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.
he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.
he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.
James
To be spiritually strong you need to have God’s spiritual armor.
To be spiritually strong you need to have God’s spiritual armor.
To be spiritually strong you need to have God’s spiritual armor.
he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.
To be spiritually strong you need to have God’s spiritual armor.
Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.
To be spiritually strong you need to have God’s spiritual armor.
To be spiritually strong you need to have God’s spiritual armor.
It’s armor - it protects against external foes. The Holy Spirit’s fruit is internal, it’s something different.
It’s God’s - you can’t make it, you can’t live without it
It’s a package deal - put on all of God’s armor
Put on all of God’s armor
Stand - be stable against the schemes of the devil - a different kind of battle
(3) There are forces working against us for one purpose: spiritual instability
(3) There are forces working against us for one purpose: spiritual instability
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.
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.
We aren’t battling on a war field against soldiers
We aren’t battling on a war field against soldiers
We battle against
rulers - evil kings
authorities - political powers
cosmic powers over this present darkness - demons
spiritual forces of evil - satan, who stands before God accusing the saints
Satan can’t read your mind, be everywhere, control you. He can watch your behavior and patterns. He needs to lie to you, he needs to set traps before you, he needs to make false promises, he needs you to believe the lie of “did God say?”
Therefore, if you’re going to be strong, be stable, be effective against evil you need one thing - the whole armor of God
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.
(4) There are 6 keys to spiritual stability
(4) There are 6 keys to spiritual stability
Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,
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,
Truth - Sincere commitment. I am following the right person
Truth - Sincere commitment. I am following the right person
Righteousness - Moral purity. I am doing the right things
Readiness - I am free from guilt and shame and able to face the enemy
Faith - I am trusting in promises that protect me from lies
Faith - I am trusting
Salvation - I have hope in a free salvation that cannot be taken away
Scripture - I use specific scriptures as a weapon
Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
Truth is like a belt, sincere commitment keeps us following the right person
Righteousness is like a breastplate, by doing the right things I keep my heart from becoming hard, I stay sensitive to the Spirit’s promptings. I am blessed from being in fellowship with my Father
and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.
the gospel of peace which gives readiness is like shoes, in the face of accusations
In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one;
faith that continually trusts in God is like a shield, extinguishing satan’s lies and temptations. It is way out of . Trust God, he’ll help you escape.
and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,
the assurance of our salvation is like a helmet, overcoming doubt
Isiah 59:17
17 He put on righteousness as a breastplate,
and a helmet of salvation on his head;
he put on garments of vengeance for clothing,
and wrapped himself in zeal as a cloak.
the precise promises of the word of God is like a sword, piercing the half truths of Satan
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,
The whole armor of God are God given spiritual tools by which we are able to remain spiritually stable, spiritually protected, and spiritually strong against spiritual attacks. You need to actively choose to dwell on and incorporate each of these qualities into your life and mind.