The Christian Armour II FOP/BSS/015

TOPIC: The Christian Armour II

TEXT: Eph. 6:10-18

MEMORY VERSE: Eph. 6:11

INTRODUCTION

As we continue in our study on this very crucial subject, it is important for us to know that our growth in grace is nothing but an understanding of that which Christ Jesus has accomplished for us by His death, resurrection and ascension to the right hand of His majesty.

In the first part of this study, we majored solely on defensive weapons. This study, however, will focus on both defensive and offensive weapons that every believer must posses to be highly effective.

EVALUATIONS

1. Helmet of Salvation: This involves not just being saved, but walking in the consciousness of our salvation and all its benefits.

a) Gal. 1:4

b) Col. 1:13-14

c) 1Pet. 1:18-19

d) Rom. 12:2

2. Shield of Faith: The shield of faith is dynamic in its use. It subdues and beats down every situation that the enemy may bring across our path. It also extinguishes every fiery arrow of the enemy coming against us.

a) 1 Jn 5:4

b) Mk. 4:37-40

c) Heb. 11:33-34

d) Heb. 11:6

3. Sword of the Spirit: This is not just the written letter, but the ‘rhema’ of the word of God, which is the living and active spoken word of God. It is as efficacious as God Himself appearing physically to speak.

a) Heb. 4:12-13

b) 2 Tim 2:15

c) Acts 19:20

d) Isa. 55:11

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, it is important for every believer to pray in the spirit (inspired by the Holy Spirit) on all occasion, in addition to putting on the whole armour. This is very vital because it is the believer’s source of strength, without which the whole armour will be absolutely worthless.

Let us be reminded that the battle has already been won; but we must continue to enforce our victory so that we can live victoriously all the days of our lives, for this is God’s will for us.

Shalom!

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