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The Belt Of Truth & The Breastplate Of Righteousness.

 The Belt Of Truth

We've heard the metaphors, but this conversation digs into how to live them out. Join us as we explore the Belt of Truth and the Breastplate of Righteousness—how to put them on, how Christ's righteousness changes everything, and how 1 John 1:9 offers more than just a cleanup plan—it's a strategy for walking in freedom.   Did you make a decision to follow Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card How can we pray with you? https://www.churchontherock.net/prayer  

In Ephesians 6:11,13, Paul commands us to put on the whole Armour of God (which God provides to us through His Word). Then in v14-18 he describes the 7 pieces of the Armour of God. Derek shares about the Belt of Truth and how to put it on (v14), and the Sword of the Spirit, which is the spoken word (rhema) of God (v17), and how they work together. The Belt of Truth consists of God's Word (John 17:17), which we are to put on tight by wrapping our heart around with His commands and promises, bringing our thoughts into alignment (1Pet 1:13). Our Belt consists of the Word of God that we know and have embraced until it is part of us. It is the foundational piece of Armour, which is why it is mentioned first (the sword, shield and breastplate were attached to it). If loose, the whole armour falls apart. The Sword of the Spirit fits in the Belt. In a fight, a soldier pulls his sword from his belt. Likewise, in a spiritual fight, we pull a Scripture-Sword from our Belt of Scriptures as quickened by the Spirit, and put in our mouth and speak it. It will then go forth in the power of the Spirit against the enemy. God's Word is like a sharp sword (Hebrews 4:12). Jesus used His Sword 3 times to defeat Satan, saying: "it is written" (Matthew 4:3-10). For the Sword to work we must first have our Belt on tight (know the Word well). We also see the Sword in action in Revelation 12:11, Isaiah 54:17, and Psalm 149:6-9.

In Ephesians 6:11,13, Paul commands us to put on the whole Armour of God (which God provides to us through His Word). Then in v14-18 he describes the 7 pieces of the Armour of God. Derek shares about the Belt of Truth and how to put it on (v14), and the Sword of the Spirit, which is the spoken word (rhema) of God (v17), and how they work together. The Belt of Truth consists of God's Word (John 17:17), which we are to put on tight by wrapping our heart around with His commands and promises, bringing our thoughts into alignment (1Pet 1:13). Our Belt consists of the Word of God that we know and have embraced until it is part of us. It is the foundational piece of Armour, which is why it is mentioned first (the sword, shield and breastplate were attached to it). If loose, the whole armour falls apart. The Sword of the Spirit fits in the Belt. In a fight, a soldier pulls his sword from his belt. Likewise, in a spiritual fight, we pull a Scripture-Sword from our Belt of Scriptures as quickened by the Spirit, and put in our mouth and speak it. It will then go forth in the power of the Spirit against the enemy. God's Word is like a sharp sword (Hebrews 4:12). Jesus used His Sword 3 times to defeat Satan, saying: "it is written" (Matthew 4:3-10). For the Sword to work we must first have our Belt on tight (know the Word well). We also see the Sword in action in Revelation 12:11, Isaiah 54:17, and Psalm 149:6-9.

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Is what you believe actually true? Satan's greatest weapon isn't temptation—it's deception. In this message, we unpack the importance of truth in spiritual warfare and how the enemy actively works to manipulate, deceive, and destroy lives. Truth isn't just an idea; it's a person—Jesus Christ. He is our foundation and protection against the enemy's schemes. Satan primarily attacks in three ways: 1️⃣ Casting doubt on the reliability of Scripture 2️⃣ Making you question your worth as God's creation 3️⃣ Challenging God's goodness based on circumstances   The belt of truth, the first piece of the armor of God (Ephesians 6), holds everything together. To stand firm against deception, we must: ✅ Fully submit to God's Word—not just follow parts of it ✅ Embrace our identity as God's masterpiece ✅ Learn the difference between God's loving conviction and Satan's destructive condemnation When we recognize and replace the enemy's lies with God's truth, we walk in spiritual victory and authentic faith. Are you ready to fight deception with truth? Listen now!   Did you make a decision to follow Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card   How can we pray with you? https://www.churchontherock.net/prayer  

Life's battles aren't just physical—they're spiritual. In Ephesians 6:10-20, Paul reminds us that our struggle isn't against flesh and blood but against unseen forces working to deceive, divide, and destroy. The good news? God has fully equipped us with everything we need to stand firm and overcome. Right now, in this present battle, you are not lacking—God has given you truth, righteousness, faith, and the power of His Spirit. In this series, we'll learn how to recognize the real enemy, resist his schemes, and fight with the armor God provides.

(Bilingual) このメッセージでは太助牧師が “「これだけは絶対に譲れない！」真理の帯によって、ブレない強さを得る” について以下の３つのポイントから話します。ディスカッション用の質問はノートの最後に確認できます。In this message Ps Tasuke talks about “I Will Not Give in to This!” Stand Firm With the Belt of Truth in these 3 points:Check the questions for discussion at the end of the note.エペソ 6:10-14 JCB / Ephesians 6:10-14 NLTダニエル 3:7-12 JCB / Daniel 3:7-12 NLTダニエル 3:13-15 JCB / Daniel 3:13-15 NLTダニエル 3:16-18 JCB / Daniel 3:16-18 NLTコロサイ 2:6-7 JCB / Colossians 2:6-7 NLTヘブル 10:24-25 ERV / Hebrews 10:24-25 NLTコロサイ 3:16 ERV / Colossians 3:16 ERVダニエル 3:23-27 JCB / Daniel 3:23-27 NLTエペソ 6:13 JCB / Ephesians 6:13 NLTコロサイ 2:13-15 ERV / Colossians 2:13-15 ERV1.自分自身で真理を受け取り続けるKeep Receiving the Truth on Your Own2.仲間たちと真理の上にブレずに立ち続ける Stand Firm on the Truth With Believers3.イエスがあなたを強めてくれる Jesus Will Make You StrongQUESTIONS(質問) : ・What does it mean to wear the "belt of truth" in our daily lives?・Can you share a time when you had to stand firm in your faith? What helped you stay strong?・How does Jesus give us the strength to stand firm in the middle of challenges?・How can we encourage each other to stay strong in our faith?・日常生活で「真理の帯」を締めるとはどういうことですか？・信仰の上に固く立たなければならなかった経験はありますか？ その時に、強く立つための助けとなったのは？・イエスはどのようにして、困難の中で信仰の上に立ち続ける力を与えてくれますか？・お互いの信仰を強め合っていくためにどんなことが出来ますか？Connect with us:Web: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehouseglobal/Facebook: facebook.com/lifehouseglobalVideo Messages: ビデオメッセージ: youtube.com/LifehouseTokyoOther Podcasts:Want to listen to our messages in other languages?Lifehouse Messages (English): https://lifehousemessages.captivate.fm/listenLifehouse Hong Kong (Cantonese & English): https://lifehousehongkong.captivate.fm/listen

Ephesians 6:10-14

In a world which seems to be becoming increasingly polarised, fractious and bitter - when life feels like a battle - how are those who have centred their lives on Jesus to live? Paul's encouragement to the church in Ephesus is to shift their perspective; remembering that people are not the enemy, but that there is a spiritual battle going on which can be easily missed. In light of that reality, what's needed is supernatural support, and that's what God gives to His people in the form of a spiritual armour which gives the strength to stand. This week, Adrian looks at the Belt of Truth - the first piece of armour that Paul lists, which sits underneath the others and helps to provide the firm foundation that everyone needs.

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Send us a textCould embracing the 'belt of truth' transform your life? Join us as we unpack the vital role of this spiritual armour in fostering a life anchored in absolute truth, as revealed through Jesus Christ and the Bible. We promise you'll gain deep insights into how this metaphorical belt, reminiscent of a Roman military belt, functions as a cornerstone of identity and authority for believers. By exploring scriptures like Ephesians 6:14 and John 14:6, we illuminate how truth serves as a liberating force, empowering you to live a life aligned with God's intentions. Through references like John 17:17 and Psalm 119:105, we spotlight how God's word acts as a guiding light, encouraging a personal, scripture-driven approach to decision-making rather than relying on external influences. Good morning, good afternoon, wherever you are in the world - Welcome to Grapevine Ministries. Support the show

Message from Kyle Burkholder on February 9, 2025

In the same way every Roman soldier was outfitted for battle, every Christian begins his/her outfitting with the belt of truth. Why is truth so important for every Christian? How can you get strapped in tight with the guiding force of God's truth? (Weapons of Our Warfare, part 2)

In this sermon, Pastor Daniel explores the vital role of truth in the spiritual life of believers. Drawing from Ephesians 6:14, he illustrates how truth acts as the foundation for spiritual strength. Pastor Daniel warns of the dangers posed by deception. He highlights the need for commitment to the church, the pillar and ground of truth, and encourages the congregation to embody the love of Christ through daily devotion and a transformed life.Eastland is a Place to Belong Eastland Baptist Church is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are a welcoming and close-knit family community that loves to care for each other through the Church. We strongly believe in loving and supporting each other and our neighbors. Our members don't just attend our Church; they feel a strong sense of belonging. Join Us Find service times and our location at https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/join. Connect with Us Website: https://www.eastlandbaptist.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastlandbaptisttulsa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastlandbaptist To support the ministry of Eastland Baptist Church, tap here: https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/give.

Spiritual warfare begins in the mind, and the key to victory is grounding yourself in the truth of God's Word. In this episode, we explore the critical role of the Belt of Truth in the armor of God, revealing how it anchors us against the lies of the enemy and prevents strongholds from forming in our thoughts. Learn how to stand firm, renew your mind, and fight spiritual battles with the unshakable foundation of Scripture. #SpiritualWarfare #ArmorOfGod #BiblicalTruth #FaithOverFear

Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by Bonnie Curry, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. You're not fully dressed without the belt. Meditate on Ephesians 6:14. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for meditation is right here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jesus had this to say about our adversary, the devil. “When he lies, he speaks from his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” Well, how do we combat the lies of the enemy? We start by putting on the belt of truth. Ron dives into the subject next, as he continues his teaching series, “Armored: Dressed For Victory In Spiritual Warfare.” 

There are tool belts, fan belts and weightlifting belts. There's even a Bible belt. But on today's Something Good with Dr. Ron Jones, you'll hear about a different kind of belt, the belt of truth. When you read about the armor of God in Ephesians chapter six, the very first piece of armor is the belt of truth. How can this piece of battle gear help you in your invisible war with Satan? Find out next, as Ron continues his teaching series, “Armored: Dressed for Victory In Spiritual Warfare.” 

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The Belt of TruthText: Ephesians 6:14 We have an enemy, – a deadly foe, one who attacks us with subtle tactics. This enemy is spiritual, it is Satan himself. So we must put on the whole armour of God. So Paul writes, in Ephesians 6:12 1. Divinely Ordained PPE. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. … 13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, Twice Paul exhorts us to ‘put on the whole armour of God. cf Romans 13:12 and 2 Corinthians 6:7. Before we look at the individual pieces of armour mentions here, let's make some general observations about this ‘armour of God.' Paul uses his Roman guards as a kind of visual aid to illustrate how we must defend ourselves against our spiritual foe, for he introduces us to the pieces of armour in the order in which a Roman soldier would have put them on. Read the NOTES HEREThis sermon was recorded live at ballymacashon Church Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/24/24 - The Whole Armor of God Pt 3: The Belt of Truth - Pastor Jim Baker by Zion Christian Fellowship

You must decide each day to trust God's Word more than your feelings, your circumstances or your own understanding.

Today's sermon is Belt of Truth by Zach Adams Find more teaching from Pastor Zach at wwww.zachadams.org

Today, we kick off our six-week series on the armor of God. This week, we're examining the belt of truth. Why do we resist truth? Why are some truths harder to accept? And why are lies so enticing? We answer these questions as we examine what truth is, how to wear it, and how it protects us. We talk about shame, freedom, and choosing truth over lies that make us more comfortable. We're rejecting dishonesty, embracing what God has said, and walking in security with our belts firmly in place.

October 31st marks the 507th anniversary of the protestant reformation when a Catholic monk by the name of Martin Luther wrote ninety-five complaints concerning the Roman Catholic Church and nailed those complaints to the door of All Saints Church in Wittenberg in 1517. Little did Luther know that his complaints would be taken down, translated into multiple language, and mass produced through the newly invented printing press. It was because of what Martin Luther was reading and studying in his Bible that he wrote his complaints for the purpose of debating and dialoging over what he believed were inconsistences with the teachings of the church compared to what the Bible actually taught. Eventually, on April 17, 1521, Luther would have to appear before the Diet of Worms to give account for the vast number of texts, treatises, letters, and tracts calling into question the teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. It was at the Diet of Worms Luther was given the option to recant and repent, and if he did so, he would be welcomed back into the Church. If Luther refused, he would be branded a heretic and burned at the stake. Luther requested an adjournment to pray and formulate an appropriate response. The meeting was reconvened the next day on April 18th, and it was on that day that Luther delivered a speech that would forever affect the Church. Luther was only permitted to give a short and simple answer whether he would retract his teachings or stand by them; here is the most well-known part of his answer before the Diet of Worms: Since your most serene majesty and your highnesses require of me a simple, clear, and direct answer, I will give one, and it is this: I cannot submit my faith either to the pope or to the council, because it is clear that they have fallen into error and even into inconsistency with themselves. If, then, I am not convinced by proof from Holy Scripture, or by cogent reasons, if I am not satisfied by the very text I have cited, and if my judgment is not in this way brought into subjection to God's word, I neither can nor will retract anything; for it cannot be either safe or honest for a Christian to speak against his conscience. Here I stand. I cannot do otherwise. God help me. Amen. Luther was not burned at the stake over his answer but understood that his answer could have resulted in his death. What did happen was he had to go into hiding and change his name and appearance for a while, for his own safety. Luther delivered his great speech because there was a truth greater and more important than his own safety, for what he was most concerned about was not what the Pope declared to be true, but what Gods word said and how everything else compared to what the Word of God said. We live in a different time compared to the day Luther lived! However, if you are a Christian, you a part of a community known as the church of Jesus Christ, and therefore are a people of one book, and that book is the Bible which contains within its pages the truth of how it is we are to live. When Paul wrote his epistle to the Ephesians, he did so while in prison. Before the apostle was the presence of a roman soldier, and it was with the armor a soldier of Rome wore that Paul would become all too familiar. What is the Belt of Truth? Paul lists six pieces that belong to the armor of God, seven parts if you include Pauls statement on prayer in 6:18-19 and that there is no power apart from a dependance upon God in prayer. The first piece of armor that he begins with is a belt. The belt was an important part of a Roman soldiers armor, not because it made it look better, but because it served two primary purposes: it was used to tuck in and keep the soldiers garments from tripping him up, and it was used to hold the sheath for ones sword. It is worth noting that the belt also served to display a soldiers military status and rank. The belt went underneath the armor, while remaining visible so that it was obvious he was ready to fight. As the warriors belt was critical for his readiness in battle, truth is essential to the Christian life. If we are going to stand in the might of the Lord, if we are going to be able to stand firm against the devils schemes, and if we are going to have any hope in resisting on the evil day, truth is essential to the Christian life. It is the nature of our God and the character of His Word: Teach me Your way, Lord; I will walk in Your truth; unite my heart to fear Your name. (Ps. 86:11) God is not a man, that He would lie, nor a son of man, that He would change His mind; has He said, and will He not do it? Or has He spoken, and will He not make it good? (Num. 23:19) The Rock! His work is perfect, for all His ways are just; a God of faithfulness and without injustice, Righteous and just is He. (Deut. 32:4) Truth is not only essential to the Christian life; it is the center of the Christian faith! Think about it, Gods fullest and most perfect expression of His faithfulness and character is in His Son, Jesus: God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in many ways, in these last days has spoken to us in His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, through whom He also made the world. And He is the radiance of His glory and the exact representation of His nature, and upholds all things by the word of His power (Heb. 1:13a). If you are a Christian, you follow Him who said: I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me (John 14:6b). Think about what Paul is saying in Ephesians 6:10-14; the only way you will be able to resist the father of lies (the devil) is by putting on the full armor of God, beginning with the belt of truth! But, dear Christian, what is the belt of truth? I want you to think about the significance of where the belt is placed. It is the first part of the armor that is put on and it is the one piece that is tightest and closest to your person. I do not believe I am reading too much into this when I say that I believe the belt of truth is more than just the Word of God (although it certainly is that), it is also our new identity now that we are in Christ! We who were once dead in our sins are now alive with Jesus (2:4-5), and now He is head over His church which we are now a part of (1:22). We are now His body (1:23), Jesus is our peace (2:17-18), we are His temple (2:21), because Jesus now dwells in our hearts through faith (3:17). Through Christ, we are one body, sealed by one Spirit, called in one hope by one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of all... (4:4-7). Our identity is now in Jesus, which means that He is our truth! This is why, more than any other book in the entire Bible is the phrase in Christ repeated more than thirty times to describe where it is the Christian finds his/her identity than in the epistle to the Ephesians! Listen, to put on the belt of truth is to do what we read in Romans 13:14, Put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh in regard to its lusts. To put on the belt of truth is to identity with the Jesus who said: Whoever does not carry his own cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple (Luke 14:27). If you are a Christian, His truth is now your truth. Why is the Belt of Truth Important? To put on the belt of truth is to be so identified with Jesus that you are freed up to, walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called (Eph. 4:1). To put on the belt of truth is to stand on the foundation of the prophets and the apostles with Jesus Christ as your eye-opening, mind-captivating, and life-shaping cornerstone (2:19-20). To put on the belt of truth is to walk in love, just as Christ loved you and gave Himself up for us, and offering and sacrifice to God as a fragrant aroma (5:1-2). To put on the belt of truth is to subject yourself under the cleaning water of Gods word (5:26). To put on the belt of truth is to identify with the Lordship of Jesus by doing what He says (see Luke 6:46). We seem to live at a time in society when my truth trumps all other truths. Since the days of Martin Luther, we have moved closer and closer to redefining truth with every form of media invented to give us more knowledge and make the world more accessible to us. Now, do not misunderstand me, God gave us a brain to grow in our understanding and the different forms of media has made available to us some really great things, but it has also been used to pervert knowledge and truth. Think for a moment of how the different forms of media have changed our lives. The printing press paved the way for the enlightenment and modernity when truth was measured by reason. The worldwide web paved the way for postmodernity beginning in the 60s until our present day with the conviction that reason and the human intellect is no longer the arbiter of truth, but also includes the emotions and intuition as the arbitrators of truth to the point when we now have our own truth. Now, with the invention of AI, we are entering a new era and the way our society measures truth and morality, like modernity and postmodernity, will never be the same. Our world is changing so rapidly and so profoundly, but there is one thing that has not changed and cannot change, and that is this simple fact: all truth is Gods truth. Truth belongs to our Creator and the lies belong to the devil. Our identity is in Jesus who is, according to the Bible: ...the same yesterday and today, and forever (Heb. 13:8). Our world is changing, but not so with our God! He remains infinitely good, infinitely just, infinitely holy, infinitely wise, and is equally a God of love and mercy in infinite measure! He alone, in our ever-changing world, remains always true, always honorable, always right, always pure, always lovely, always commendable, always excellent, and always praiseworthy (see Phil. 4:8). The God who chose you before dirt was invented, He who redeemed you with His blood, and the One who has sealed you for the day of redemption DOES NOT CHANGE! For I, the Lord, do not change; therefore you, the sons of Jacob, have not come to an end. (Mal. 3:6) Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. (Jas. 1:17) God is not a man, that He would lie, nor a son of man, that He would change His mind; Has He said, and will He not do it? Or has He spoken, and will He not make it good? (Num. 23:19) So, if the One who is truth does not change, how is it and why is it that some in the church feel the need to mold and shape what the Bible teaches to what our ever-changing world defines as true? So here is the rub. If you are a Christian (or thinking about becoming a Christian), you follow Jesus who said: I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me (John 14:6b). As Lord over your life, He will make demands upon your life for His glory and your good, to put the belt of truth on is to walk in light of your identity as a Christ-follower. You cannot and you will not walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called (4:1), if you are not putting on the Lord Jesus Christ (Rom. 13:14). Because Jesus is the cornerstone of His church and the apostles and prophets are Her foundation, we, as His church, are a pillar and support of the truth (1 Tim. 3:14-15) in a world that does not know the Truth, because it does not know Jesus. Sam Storms said of our enemy: Satan will always flourish in the midst of theological ignorance.

October 31st marks the 507th anniversary of the protestant reformation when a Catholic monk by the name of Martin Luther wrote ninety-five complaints concerning the Roman Catholic Church and nailed those complaints to the door of All Saints Church in Wittenberg in 1517. Little did Luther know that his complaints would be taken down, translated into multiple language, and mass produced through the newly invented printing press. It was because of what Martin Luther was reading and studying in his Bible that he wrote his complaints for the purpose of debating and dialoging over what he believed were inconsistences with the teachings of the church compared to what the Bible actually taught. Eventually, on April 17, 1521, Luther would have to appear before the Diet of Worms to give account for the vast number of texts, treatises, letters, and tracts calling into question the teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. It was at the Diet of Worms Luther was given the option to recant and repent, and if he did so, he would be welcomed back into the Church. If Luther refused, he would be branded a heretic and burned at the stake. Luther requested an adjournment to pray and formulate an appropriate response. The meeting was reconvened the next day on April 18th, and it was on that day that Luther delivered a speech that would forever affect the Church. Luther was only permitted to give a short and simple answer whether he would retract his teachings or stand by them; here is the most well-known part of his answer before the Diet of Worms: Since your most serene majesty and your highnesses require of me a simple, clear, and direct answer, I will give one, and it is this: I cannot submit my faith either to the pope or to the council, because it is clear that they have fallen into error and even into inconsistency with themselves. If, then, I am not convinced by proof from Holy Scripture, or by cogent reasons, if I am not satisfied by the very text I have cited, and if my judgment is not in this way brought into subjection to God's word, I neither can nor will retract anything; for it cannot be either safe or honest for a Christian to speak against his conscience. Here I stand. I cannot do otherwise. God help me. Amen. Luther was not burned at the stake over his answer but understood that his answer could have resulted in his death. What did happen was he had to go into hiding and change his name and appearance for a while, for his own safety. Luther delivered his great speech because there was a truth greater and more important than his own safety, for what he was most concerned about was not what the Pope declared to be true, but what Gods word said and how everything else compared to what the Word of God said. We live in a different time compared to the day Luther lived! However, if you are a Christian, you a part of a community known as the church of Jesus Christ, and therefore are a people of one book, and that book is the Bible which contains within its pages the truth of how it is we are to live. When Paul wrote his epistle to the Ephesians, he did so while in prison. Before the apostle was the presence of a roman soldier, and it was with the armor a soldier of Rome wore that Paul would become all too familiar. What is the Belt of Truth? Paul lists six pieces that belong to the armor of God, seven parts if you include Pauls statement on prayer in 6:18-19 and that there is no power apart from a dependance upon God in prayer. The first piece of armor that he begins with is a belt. The belt was an important part of a Roman soldiers armor, not because it made it look better, but because it served two primary purposes: it was used to tuck in and keep the soldiers garments from tripping him up, and it was used to hold the sheath for ones sword. It is worth noting that the belt also served to display a soldiers military status and rank. The belt went underneath the armor, while remaining visible so that it was obvious he was ready to fight. As the warriors belt was critical for his readiness in battle, truth is essential to the Christian life. If we are going to stand in the might of the Lord, if we are going to be able to stand firm against the devils schemes, and if we are going to have any hope in resisting on the evil day, truth is essential to the Christian life. It is the nature of our God and the character of His Word: Teach me Your way, Lord; I will walk in Your truth; unite my heart to fear Your name. (Ps. 86:11) God is not a man, that He would lie, nor a son of man, that He would change His mind; has He said, and will He not do it? Or has He spoken, and will He not make it good? (Num. 23:19) The Rock! His work is perfect, for all His ways are just; a God of faithfulness and without injustice, Righteous and just is He. (Deut. 32:4) Truth is not only essential to the Christian life; it is the center of the Christian faith! Think about it, Gods fullest and most perfect expression of His faithfulness and character is in His Son, Jesus: God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in many ways, in these last days has spoken to us in His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, through whom He also made the world. And He is the radiance of His glory and the exact representation of His nature, and upholds all things by the word of His power (Heb. 1:13a). If you are a Christian, you follow Him who said: I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me (John 14:6b). Think about what Paul is saying in Ephesians 6:10-14; the only way you will be able to resist the father of lies (the devil) is by putting on the full armor of God, beginning with the belt of truth! But, dear Christian, what is the belt of truth? I want you to think about the significance of where the belt is placed. It is the first part of the armor that is put on and it is the one piece that is tightest and closest to your person. I do not believe I am reading too much into this when I say that I believe the belt of truth is more than just the Word of God (although it certainly is that), it is also our new identity now that we are in Christ! We who were once dead in our sins are now alive with Jesus (2:4-5), and now He is head over His church which we are now a part of (1:22). We are now His body (1:23), Jesus is our peace (2:17-18), we are His temple (2:21), because Jesus now dwells in our hearts through faith (3:17). Through Christ, we are one body, sealed by one Spirit, called in one hope by one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of all... (4:4-7). Our identity is now in Jesus, which means that He is our truth! This is why, more than any other book in the entire Bible is the phrase in Christ repeated more than thirty times to describe where it is the Christian finds his/her identity than in the epistle to the Ephesians! Listen, to put on the belt of truth is to do what we read in Romans 13:14, Put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh in regard to its lusts. To put on the belt of truth is to identity with the Jesus who said: Whoever does not carry his own cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple (Luke 14:27). If you are a Christian, His truth is now your truth. Why is the Belt of Truth Important? To put on the belt of truth is to be so identified with Jesus that you are freed up to, walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called (Eph. 4:1). To put on the belt of truth is to stand on the foundation of the prophets and the apostles with Jesus Christ as your eye-opening, mind-captivating, and life-shaping cornerstone (2:19-20). To put on the belt of truth is to walk in love, just as Christ loved you and gave Himself up for us, and offering and sacrifice to God as a fragrant aroma (5:1-2). To put on the belt of truth is to subject yourself under the cleaning water of Gods word (5:26). To put on the belt of truth is to identify with the Lordship of Jesus by doing what He says (see Luke 6:46). We seem to live at a time in society when my truth trumps all other truths. Since the days of Martin Luther, we have moved closer and closer to redefining truth with every form of media invented to give us more knowledge and make the world more accessible to us. Now, do not misunderstand me, God gave us a brain to grow in our understanding and the different forms of media has made available to us some really great things, but it has also been used to pervert knowledge and truth. Think for a moment of how the different forms of media have changed our lives. The printing press paved the way for the enlightenment and modernity when truth was measured by reason. The worldwide web paved the way for postmodernity beginning in the 60s until our present day with the conviction that reason and the human intellect is no longer the arbiter of truth, but also includes the emotions and intuition as the arbitrators of truth to the point when we now have our own truth. Now, with the invention of AI, we are entering a new era and the way our society measures truth and morality, like modernity and postmodernity, will never be the same. Our world is changing so rapidly and so profoundly, but there is one thing that has not changed and cannot change, and that is this simple fact: all truth is Gods truth. Truth belongs to our Creator and the lies belong to the devil. Our identity is in Jesus who is, according to the Bible: ...the same yesterday and today, and forever (Heb. 13:8). Our world is changing, but not so with our God! He remains infinitely good, infinitely just, infinitely holy, infinitely wise, and is equally a God of love and mercy in infinite measure! He alone, in our ever-changing world, remains always true, always honorable, always right, always pure, always lovely, always commendable, always excellent, and always praiseworthy (see Phil. 4:8). The God who chose you before dirt was invented, He who redeemed you with His blood, and the One who has sealed you for the day of redemption DOES NOT CHANGE! For I, the Lord, do not change; therefore you, the sons of Jacob, have not come to an end. (Mal. 3:6) Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. (Jas. 1:17) God is not a man, that He would lie, nor a son of man, that He would change His mind; Has He said, and will He not do it? Or has He spoken, and will He not make it good? (Num. 23:19) So, if the One who is truth does not change, how is it and why is it that some in the church feel the need to mold and shape what the Bible teaches to what our ever-changing world defines as true? So here is the rub. If you are a Christian (or thinking about becoming a Christian), you follow Jesus who said: I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me (John 14:6b). As Lord over your life, He will make demands upon your life for His glory and your good, to put the belt of truth on is to walk in light of your identity as a Christ-follower. You cannot and you will not walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called (4:1), if you are not putting on the Lord Jesus Christ (Rom. 13:14). Because Jesus is the cornerstone of His church and the apostles and prophets are Her foundation, we, as His church, are a pillar and support of the truth (1 Tim. 3:14-15) in a world that does not know the Truth, because it does not know Jesus. Sam Storms said of our enemy: Satan will always flourish in the midst of theological ignorance.

Join us for a continued discussion on the hope and freedom we have in Jesus.We will also have a roundtable discussion on the Bible, world events that may pertain to bible prophecy and the glorious appearing of our Lord and Savior, Yeshua (Jesus) the Messiah.And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the wrath to come.-1 Thessalonians 1:10UpTime Community is a webcast that covers teachings and unique perspectives on end time events.Sign-up for updates and extra content that won't be posted on this channel: https://forms.gle/vQTPMs3kCt5X5Za88Unsure about what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ? Go HERE: https://www.gotquestions.org/eternal-life.html

What is the belt of truth and why do we need it? Our specials guests, Amber Thompson and Autumn Stone, join us as we dive into truth!

What is true? Do we even know anymore? It just so happens that biblical truth is unchanging. No matter what the world tries to pass as truth, the Word of God is unwavering in its stance on the truth. This is why it is so crucial that the believer put on this Belt of Truth every day to protect and defend themselves from the lies of Satan and the world. Join Matt, Jonathan, and Stephen as they discuss how we are to live with this Belt of Truth.

Join us as we kick off a new series on Spiritual Warfare! Learn, engage, and be equip to fight the spiritual battles in your life.

Join us as we kick off a new series on Spiritual Warfare! Learn, engage, and be equip to fight the spiritual battles in your life.

Followers of Jesus must stand on truth in a world where the concept moves deeper and deeper into relativism. Join us as we learn about The Belt of Truth.

Imagine the armor of a Roman soldier, where every piece is held firmly in place by a sturdy belt. This belt ensures that when urgency strikes, the soldier can move freely without their armor flapping around, allowing for effective combat. Similarly, when Paul talks about the "Belt of Truth," he's not referring to a decorative leather accessory, but rather to a foundational truth that binds everything together in our lives. This truth is essential; it provides stability and confidence, enabling us to act without fear of falling apart. Just as the Roman soldier relies on their belt, we too must embrace this Belt of Truth to hold our lives together and define who we are.

Good News- our battle is not against one another. But the battle against our common spiritual enemy does require us to suit up with armor- that protects and defends. Paul begins where soldiers must- the Belt that holds all of the armor in place… Truth.

"Can you bring my belt?" A few years ago, that was the text I received...

"Can you bring my belt?" A few years ago, that was the text I received...

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Pastor Anthony Uvenio discusses putting on the Belt of Truth in the spiritual battle we are facing. #ArmorOfGod #SpiritualWarfare #ChristianLife #Ephesians6 #beltoftruth www.ReformedRookie.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/reformedrookie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReformedRookie Twitter: https://twitter.com/NYapologist Semper Reformanda

As we dive deeper into our new series, “Stand Firm”, Pastor Joby teaches through Ephesians 6:14, John 8:-31-47 and John 14:6. We must remember the enemy knows our weaknesses. It's not IF you're going to be attacked, but WHEN. But the good news is we do not stand firm in our own strength, we stand firm in God's. Are you fighting the lies of the enemy with the truth of God? - The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To find out more about how God is moving at Eleven22, go to CoE22.com