The Christian Armour I FOP/BSS/014

TOPIC: The Christian Armour I
TEXT: Eph. 6:10-15
MEMORY VERSE: Eph. 6:11

INTRODUCTION

The first thing that comes to mind when we speak of the armour is ‘battle.’ However, this is not a new battle; it is an already won battle.

Jesus Christ triumphed over Satan, hell and the grave over 2000 years ago. What is expected of the believer is to live in and enforce the victory that has been secured for us in Christ (Gal. 5:1)

The armour, as many may think, are not just religious weapons; each of them has a depth of revelation attached to it, and until we get this revelation, we cannot be armed with them.

This study is intended to bring to light what the whole armour really represents.

EVALUATIONS

1. Belt of Truth: A clear, complete and balanced knowledge of the word of God. The belt speaks of stability in the word, to avoid being swayed by every wind of Doctrine.

a) Jn. 8:31-32

b) Jn 17:17

c) Jn 16:13

d) Eph. 4:14-15

2. Breastplate of Righteousness: Protects the most vital organs. Righteousness protects us against the consciousness of sin, guilt and inferiority complex. It gives us boldness in the Father’s presence, and to stand against the host of hell.

a) 2 Cor. 5:21

b) Rom. 5:1

c) Rom. 5:17-18

d) Heb. 4:16

3. Gospel of Peace: This is simply walking in the light of peaceful prosperity, quiet, rest, and wholeness.

a) Eph. 2:14-22

b) Jn 16:33

c) Lk 1:76-79

d) 1 Pet. 3:11

CONCLUSION

God’s intention for all believers is that we should walk in total victory in every area of our lives. To this effect, He has provided us with all that we require.

The devil on his own part will continue to do his best to stop us from having a true revelation of the armour so that he can keep us unarmed.

We must pay close attention to the things we have learnt, and ask the Holy Spirit to grant us a deeper insight into these things so that with this revelation, we can wage a good warfare.

Shalom!

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