A CHAMPION IS EQEUIPED FOR ANY ATTACKS FROM THE ENEMY.

Ephesians 6:10–18 NLT

10 A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 12 For we 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. 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. 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. 16 In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. 17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. 18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.

INTRODUCTION: Paul address the Church

The weapons of warfare, Why do believers need to fight? We are constantly being forced to stand against enemies. 1. our greatest enemy of course is the devil and his threat is great his purpose is out to destroy. 2. We of course have the world who wants us to compromise what God’s word says.

3. Our own sinful nature that is just the opposite of what the spirit wants.

OUT LINE

1. Who are you strong in? 1 Timothy 6:16

New Living Translation Chapter 6

He alone can never die, and he lives in light so brilliant that no human can approach him. No human eye has ever seen him, nor ever will. All honor and power to him forever! Amen.

2. THE ARMOR IS ESSENTIAL

1 Thessalonians 5:8 NLT

8 But let us who live in the light be clearheaded, protected by the armor of faith and love, and wearing as our helmet the confidence of our salvation.

resist the enemy ( ANTHISTEMI)

3. WEAPONS TO DEFEAT!

ROMANS 8:26,27

New Living Translation Chapter 8

26 And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. 27 And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s own will.

CONCLUSION:

HOW ARE YOU PREPARING TO STAND?

ARE YOU WALKING IN VICTORY OR DEFEAT?

DO YOU WANT TO WALK AS A SOLIDER FULLY PREPARED TO STAND