The cover of righteousness and Holiness II

The armour of God

Eph 6: 10-18.

The WHOLE ARMOUR of God

Put on the whole armour of God to stand against the wiles of the devil

Having done ALL to STAND

Why you need the armour:Ephesians 6:10-13 (KJV)

• [10] Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. [11] Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. [12] For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. [13] Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

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The whole armour :Ephesians 6:14-18(KJV)

1) [14] Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with TRUTH,

2) and having on the breastplate of RIGHTEOUSNESS;

3) [15] And your feet shod with the preparation of the GOSPEL OF PEACE;

4) [16] Above all, taking THE SHIELD OF FAITH, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

5) [17] And take THE HELMET OF SALVATION,

6) and the SWORD OF THE SPIRIT, which is the word of God:

7) [18] Praying always with all PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION in the Spirit,

8) and WATCHING thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;

We are soldiers at WAR, always.

Loins girth with TRUTH

• The belt of truth involves two places; our hearts and our minds. Truth keeps us secure in Christ and makes effective all the other pieces of armour. The belt of truth holds our amour in place. Truth is a person, Jesus:

• John 8:44, John 14:6, Psalm 86:11

Breastplate of RIGHTEOUSNESS

• The breastplate covers the chest for protection. The chest is the place of affection!

• A soldier with a breastplate goes into battle boldly with confidence.

• The devil is constantly attacking with lies, accusations and reminders of past sin.

• Without the breastplate of righteousness, these will penetrate your heart.

• Become aware of who you are in Christ Jesus. Come boldly into His presence (Hebrews 4:16). Heb 10: 10, 14

Feet shod with the preparation of the GOSPEL of PEACE

• Shoes allow us to step freely and without fear while we turn our full attention to the battle at hand. They aid in our movement and defense. The shoes God gives propel us onward to proclaim the true peace, which is available in Christ. Prepare yourself to follow the Lord no matter what. This also refer to conduct/behavior, which should preach peace.

• Eph 2:14-15, Rom 5:1, 10,

• John 14:27, 16:33

• Heb. 12:14, Rom 6:22, 14:19

Take the SHIELD OF FAITH

• The shield not only defends our whole body but also our armor. The shield of faith has a very specific function, which the Bible makes abundantly clear: quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. Not some but all of them. The shield moves with the attack no matter the direction.

• Gal 2:20, Matt 6:19-21.

• John 3:14 :Look up and live.

And take THE HELMET OF SALVATION

• Satan's target: Your mind. Satan's weapon: Lies. The enemy wants to make us doubt God and our salvation. The helmet protects our minds from doubting the truth of God's saving work for us. "Since we belong to the day, we must be serious and put the armor of faith and love on our chests, and put on a Helmet of the Hope of Salvation" 1 Thessalonians 5:8

• Job 1:20

• I Cor 9:25

• II Cor 4:16-18

• Rom 8:18

The SWORD OF THE SPIRIT

The sword is the only weapon of offense in the armor, but it is also a tool for defense. Strongholds, arguments and thoughts are all weapons the enemy uses against us. With the Sword of the Spirit, God's word, the people are equipped to deal with them all. We need to trust in the truth of God's Word. Have confidence in the value of God's word. Get a hunger and desire for it.Luke 4:3-12.II Cor 11:13-14II Cor 11:3-4

Praying with PRAYERS and SUPPLICATIONS

• Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere." Ephesians 6:18

WATCHING thereunto with all PERSEVERANCE• Awake, awake Isa 51:9

• Isa 52:1.

• Rev. 3:2.

• Luke 12:37

Watch and do not be caught, or allow any of the saints to be caught unawares.

Ben IgbinosaAbuja House Fellowship