Podcasts about Ephesians 6

“Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” (Ephesians 6:17 NLT) The pieces of the armor of God that the apostle Paul lists in Ephesians 6 are almost all defensive in nature. They are designed to protect. Only one—the sword of the Spirit, the word of God—is intended as a weapon. Unfortunately, many believers never use it as one. They have the rest of their armor in place, but they keep their sword in its sheath. They talk about it. They study it. They compare swords with others. But they never use it in spiritual battle. That pacifist approach plays right into the devil’s hands. He knows all too well the power and authority of the sword of the Spirit, which is God’s Word. The author of Hebrews wrote, “For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires” (Hebrews 4:12 NLT). God Himself said, “It is the same with my word. I send it out, and it always produces fruit. It will accomplish all I want it to, and it will prosper everywhere I send it” (Isaiah 55:11 NLT). The devil has no defense against the Word of God. That’s why he doesn’t want you to use this incredible weapon God has given you. Remember how effectively Jesus used the sword of God’s Word to defend Himself when He faced spiritual attack in the wilderness in Matthew 4:1–11? Jesus was God. He didn’t have to stand around and deal with the devil. He could have gotten out of the situation very easily. Instead, He engaged the enemy and modeled for us the right way to fight temptation: with the Word of God. When the devil tries to attack you with temptation, fear, or doubt, or when he brings up past sins you’ve already confessed and been forgiven of, remember the sword of the Spirit. Pull God’s Word out of its sheath and use it aggressively to defend yourself. The more time you spend in God’s Word, the more formidable you’ll be in battle. You can hone your swordsmanship by studying God’s promises and committing them to memory. You might start with Hebrews 13:5: “For God has said, ‘I will never fail you. I will never abandon you’” (NLT). You can hone your skills further by studying your enemy’s battle tendencies throughout Scripture. Look at the way he approached Eve, the way he tried to devastate Job, and the way he tempted Jesus. The more you know about your enemy’s movements on the battlefield, the better you can prepare to defend against them. Look at Paul’s words to Timothy in 2 Timothy 2:15: “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth” (NLT). The person who can wield God’s Word with accuracy, understanding, authority, and humility is thoroughly equipped to do spiritual battle. Reflection question: How would you use God’s Word to protect yourself if the devil tried to attack you with doubt? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 10, 2025 Ephesians 6:18-20

Iread through the New Testament at least twice a year, sometimes even three andfour times a year. I love reading the New Testament, especially the epistles ofthe Apostle Paul as he writes to the churches. And I noticed these last fewtimes as I've been reading how many times the Apostle Paul asked for prayer.And I'm thinking about how if he, this anointed man of God, who writes 13 booksof the New Testament, asks for prayer on many occasions, how much more do I asa pastor, and pastors, need the prayers of God's people?  Today,again I am inviting you to join us in doing the great important task ofintercessory prayer for pastors in India who really have no connections withanybody but a small group of other pastors. The pastors we're working with andpraying for are over 600 men of God that are overseeing over 1300 churchesthey're working with. We have a great leader that oversees and loves them,prays for them, visits them, and encourages them. When I was there with them thispast January, I met with them, preached to them, took pictures of over 400 ofthem and, and told them I would have somebody individually praying for each oneof them.  Istill need at least 300 people to join me on this Pastors in India Prayer Team.So, please consider this wonderful opportunity to join us in the prayer effortand email at: pastormike@pmiministries.org Noticehow the apostle Paul urgently asks for prayers from other people. Romans 15:30-32.“Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of theSpirit to strive together with me in your prayers to God for me that I may berescued from those who are disobedient in Judea and that my service forJerusalem may prove acceptable to the saints so that I may come to you in joyby the will of God and find refreshing rest in your company.” Here we seePaul praying for support for his ministry travels and service and asking forprotection against opposition that hinders the work.  InEphesians 6:19-20, Paul asked the church at Ephesus, "And pray on mybehalf that utterance may be given to me in the opening of my mouth to makeknown with boldness the mystery of the gospel for which I am an ambassador inchains, that in proclaiming it, I may speak boldly as I ought to speak."Paul here is praying and asking specifically for prayers to receive the rightwords and the courage to proclaim the gospel fearlessly even while imprisoned.And I can tell you the pastors in India are facing tremendous persecution. Iget emails and text messages regularly from our associates there that tell meabout this and I'll share some of that in the emails that I will be writing toyou.  In1 Thessalonians 5:25, Paul simply request, "Brethren, pray forus." And this is a concise direct appeal for prayer on behalf of Pauland his co-workers in the context of their ongoing ministry and teaching. InColossians 4:3-4, Paul writes, “Praying at the same time for us as well thatGod will open up to us a door for the word that we may speak forth the mysteryof Christ for which I have been imprisoned that I may make it clear in the wayI ought to speak”. Paul is asking for prayer for open doors to preach thegospel and opportunities. We can pray that for these dear pastors. In2 Thessalonians 3:1-2, Paul writes: “Finally Brethren, pray for us that theword of the Lord will spread rapidly and be glorified just as it did also withyou and that we will be rescued from perverse and evil men for all men do nothave faith.” My friend, this is the request for prayers that we have forthose pastors in India. That God's word would spread quickly to the 3.4 billionpeople who have little or no access or to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Thesepastors are working with many of those unreached people groups.  Willyou please email me and let me know that you'll join our Pastors Prayer Team.  Godbless!pastormike@pmiministries.org

“Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” (Ephesians 6:17 NLT) There are a lot of motorcyclists today who don’t like helmet laws. Rather than donning a helmet, they prefer to feel the wind in their hair and the sun on their face. It feels like freedom. That is, when things are going well. But the moment they lose control, and their bike goes airborne, is when a helmet suddenly seems like a really good idea. In fact, it might be the difference between life and death. Between walking away from an accident and being carried away from it. The helmet of the Roman soldier was made of leather and covered with metal. It was the last piece of armor the soldier put on. It was essential in battle for the same reason a motorcycle helmet is important: It protected the brain, the command center of the body. The brain processed the input of the soldier’s eyes and ears. It recalled the soldier’s training. It deciphered the enemy’s battlefield strategies. It directed the soldier’s movements. The protection the helmet provided was crucial. If the soldier’s brain was damaged, the rest of the armor was useless. In spiritual battle, believers must put on the helmet of salvation because our minds, thoughts, and imaginations must be protected. That’s where most temptations start. The devil recognizes the importance of getting a foothold in the realm of our thoughts and imagination, because it prepares the way for that thought to translate into action. Perhaps you’re familiar with the adage, “Sow a thought; reap an act. Sow an act; reap a habit. Sow a habit; reap a character. Sow a character; reap a destiny.” It all starts with a thought. Putting on the helmet of salvation means embracing the assurance of salvation that God offers. Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross saves us from God’s ultimate punishment for our sin and makes eternal life possible. But it does more than that. In the here and now, it saves us from the devil’s attacks. God has equipped us to win the battle for our minds. We may not be able to control all the things in this world that we’re exposed to, but we can control some things. We can control the social media we choose to explore. We can control the movies and shows we choose to watch. We can control what we choose to read and listen to. In his letter to the believers in Philippi, Paul offered some insight into how to do it. “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise” (Philippians 4:6–8 NLT). Be careful what you allow into your mind. Put on the helmet of salvation. Reflection question: What’s your most effective strategy for guarding your mind against the devil’s attacks? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Verse by Verse Bible Study on www.thecloudchurch.org through the book of Ephesians, covering chapter 6 and verses one to nine by Robert Breaker. Study from the Authorized King James Bible.

“In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.” (Ephesians 6:16 NLT) Keep in mind that as the apostle Paul was writing his letter to the Christians at Ephesus, he was chained to a Roman guard. He had plenty of time to observe Roman armor, including the shield. The Roman shield was made of wood—rectangular in shape and about four feet high and two feet wide. The shield was especially useful in long-range warfare. Prior to an actual hand-to-hand engagement with the enemy, a Roman soldier often would encounter a barrage of flaming arrows coming from all directions. The primary purpose of this barrage was to demoralize and confuse the soldier. To protect themselves from the onslaught of fiery arrows, Roman soldiers would put their shields together, creating a protective barrier for all of them. Their shields provided protection above and beyond what their breastplates could provide. The shield of faith provides similar protection in our spiritual battles. The devil will direct his flaming arrows toward Christians. They could be arrows of immorality, hatred, pride, envy, covetousness, doubt, worry, or any other kind of sin. They will be delivered primarily in the realm of our thoughts. He will barrage us with his flaming arrows at strategic times, like when we decide to read the Bible or go to church. Flaming arrows will come our way during times of trial and hardship. It’s during these times that you hold up the shield of faith—not the shield of feelings, not the shield of emotions, but the shield of faith. You base your faith on what God has done for you, not on how you feel at a given moment. Emotions come and go. Sometimes you feel great, and sometimes you don’t feel anything. It’s then that you learn to use the shield of faith. One way to use your shield is to remind yourself that every fiery arrow the devil launches can be extinguished. The apostle Paul wrote, “The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure” (1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT). When you sense that you’re being fired upon, double down on your faith in God. Spend time in His Word. Ask Him to show you the way out of the line of fire. In Roman warfare, the shield was used most effectively in conjunction with fellow soldiers. By holding their shields together, they gave one another more protective coverage. The same principle applies to spiritual warfare. We may be able to protect ourselves alone, but we get more protective coverage when we unite with fellow believers. When we spend time with other believers, in worship and in fellowship, our unity gives us greater protection in our spiritual battles. Our fellow believers can pray for us, come alongside us, encourage us, and hold us accountable. Together, our shields of faith can withstand anything our enemy fires at us. Reflection question: What are some of the fiery arrows the devil shoots at you? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Christians are admonished to treat each other with respect no matter who they are or whatever their socio-economic status and to put on spiritual armour against the enemies of their souls. The fight we fight is not against man. It is a spiritual war that requires spiritual battle armor, described here in scripture. Notice that the armor covers the front of the body; because sanctified, regenerated believers don't turn and run in battle. For those that give up and turn back to what brought them out of will have no protection against the wiles and fiery darts of the enemy. This is how the great falling away is taking place. The apostle here also desires their prayers, as we today should be praying for our spiritual leaders; that are trying to help us prepare and be spiritually equipped for this spiritual war that we are in the midst of and to know that God is with us to deliver us.

“For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.” (Ephesians 6:15 NLT) The shoes that Paul described as part of the armor of God in Ephesians 6 do more than give believers the stability to maintain solid spiritual footing. They also provide mobility. These aren’t uncomfortable dress shoes that you walk carefully in so that you can keep them clean and unscuffed. These shoes allow you to move at a moment’s notice. The apostle Peter wrote, “If someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it” (1 Peter 3:15 NLT). In the original language, these words communicate the idea of giving a defense, as in a court of law. So, we should always be ready to give a defense of what we believe. We need to be ready at a moment’s notice to seize opportunities to share the gospel. The way to prepare ourselves, to “break in” the shoes that are part of our spiritual armor, is through practice. We can do that by studying and committing to memory Scripture passages that present the gospel message. The fresher these passages are in our minds, the more quickly we can access them when an opportunity arises. A good place to start our studying and memorizing is with passages such as John 3:16; John 14:6; Ephesians 2:8–9; Acts 2:38; and Romans 5:8. Another way to “always be ready to explain” our hope is to anticipate questions, objections, or concerns that people may have about the Christian faith. For example, someone may ask, “Don’t you think it’s narrow-minded to say that Jesus is the only way to God and eternal life?” If we’re prepared to answer the question before it’s asked, it may strengthen our credibility. A great way to anticipate such things is to think back to the questions, objections, or concerns we had before we became Christians. We can prepare ourselves by talking to other mature believers, drawing on their gospel-sharing experience. Christians who have been “in the trenches” can offer valuable guidance on how to approach people and what to say and what not to say. Some people say, “The Lord never opens up opportunities for me to share my faith.” I think He does, but we may not be paying attention. Opportunities are all around us. We just need to hone our skills in recognizing and seizing them. More than anything, we need to talk to people. In John 4, Jesus sat down with a woman at a well, asked her for a drink of water, began to converse with her, and transitioned into a spiritual conversation. That’s how it’s done. People will rarely will come knocking on our doors to ask what they must do to be saved. Generally, there will be other kinds of opportunities, but we need to have our spiritual antenna up, so to speak, and seize the moment when it comes. We need the spiritual shoes that allow us to move swiftly and efficiently in presenting the gospel. The armor of God is useful not only for holding our spiritual ground but also for gaining spiritual ground. We gain ground by walking through the doors of opportunity that God opens for us. Reflection question: How can you be prepared to share your faith when an opportunity arises? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features a full length Bible study taught by Pastor Jack Abeelen of Morningstar Christian Chapel in Whittier, California.If today you prayed with Pastor Jack to receive the Lord, we'd love to hear about it and get you started on the right foot. Visit us online at: https://morningstarcc.org/born-again/To see more of Pastor Jack's Bible studies, visit our Morningstar Christian Chapel channel at https://www.youtube.com/@morningstarcc.To subscribe to our Podcast newsletter go to http://eepurl.com/iGzsP6.If you would like to support our electronic ministry, you may do so by going to our donations page at https://morningstarcc.churchcenter.com/giving/to/podcast.Visit our church website at https://morningstarcc.org.

What does God say about the role of children in the home? In this powerful sermon from Ephesians 6:1–4, Jim Murrell dives deep into the biblical blueprint for family structure—focusing not just on obedience and honor, but on the responsibility of parents to lead with love, discipline, and instruction.

“For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.” (Ephesians 6:15 NLT) No matter how solid the breastplate of a Roman soldier was, and no matter how tightly he cinched his belt, those pieces of armor would be of little use if he slipped and fell in the heat of battle. So, in the apostle Paul’s list of the pieces that make up the armor of God, he says, “For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared” (Ephesians 6:15 NLT). The shoe of a Roman soldier was called a caligae. It was a sandal-boot hybrid designed for maximum comfort and protection. The straps of the caligae were held firmly at the sole. The bottom of the sole was studded with thick nails, providing the soldier with sure footing, thus preventing him from slipping and sliding on the terrain. Sporting cleats are the footwear descendants of the Roman caligae. The shoes were an essential part of the Roman soldier’s armor because one of the common battlefield tactics of ancient times was to place sharpened sticks in the ground at an angle. A soldier whose feet weren’t protected by shoes was vulnerable to serious injury—and even death if the puncture wound became infected. What a terrible battlefield irony it would have been for a soldier armored to the teeth with a belt, breastplate, shield, and sword to die because he cut his foot. Of course, in the heat of battle, the greatest protection the shoes offered was solid footing. With solid footing comes leverage. With leverage comes advantage. With advantage comes victory. That explains why one of the favorite tactics of our enemy is to throw us off-balance, to keep us from getting solid spiritual footing. Look at the serpent’s question to Eve in the Garden of Eden. “Did God really say you must not eat the fruit from any of the trees in the garden?” (Genesis 3:1 NLT). Did. God. Really. Say. If our enemy can get us to question the bedrock of our faith, then everything becomes negotiable. If we can’t trust what the Lord really said about the trees in the Garden, how can we trust what He says about salvation? Or forgiveness? Or eternal life? Without shoes in our armor, we start to lose our spiritual footing. We start to lose our boldness. We start to lose our joy. We start to lose our peace. We start to lose our desire to share our faith with others. In his parable of the wise and foolish builders, Jesus said, “Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock” (Matthew 7:24 NLT). Paul’s reference to the shoes of the armor of God builds on the same principle. In spiritual warfare, solid grounding is essential. We stand firm by studying the Lord’s teaching and following it in the way we live. If we do that, we will always have leverage against our enemy. Reflection question: What are some areas in which you have less than solid footing, spiritually speaking? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Ephesians 6:14, Paul urges us to stand firm with the belt of truth buckled around our waist. But what does it mean to live grounded in truth?In this week's episode, Angie and Susie explore how truth isn't just about facts. It's about believing the stabilizing, foundational reality that God loves us, accepts us, and equips us. Join us as we unpack how truth holds everything else in place, helping us stand strong in the battles we face. Ephesians 6:14a (NIV)Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, Steady On Study the Bible. Transform Your Life. Susie Crosby

“Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness.” (Ephesians 6:14 NLT) The second item on the apostle Paul’s list of the armor of God is the body armor—or breastplate—of righteousness. On a Roman soldier, the breastplate protected the vital organs. Because of the nature of close combat, the area covered by the breastplate was the area most likely to be targeted by an enemy. So, the breastplate was essential to the soldier’s survival. In spiritual warfare, the devil goes for the heart, too. He knows that one well-placed blow could prove fatal to your spiritual growth. He also knows that you’re most vulnerable when you sin, when you fall short of what God intends for you. That’s when he attacks. He comes to you and says, “You sinned. You’re not worthy of God’s forgiveness. You’re not deserving of His blessings. God won’t listen to your prayers. You’re a hypocrite.” He turns the message of Romans 3:10–12 into a personal accusation. “No one is righteous—not even one. No one is truly wise; no one is seeking God. All have turned away; all have become useless. No one does good, not a single one” (NLT). And he’ll keep attacking your heart, trying to open a wound of guilt and shame. What will you say when you find yourself under fire? We all will sin. We all will fail. We all will fall short. The apostle John wrote, “If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth” (1 John 1:8 nlt). So, how will you defend yourself? Will you boast about the Bible verses you’ve memorized or the people you’ve led to the Lord or how often you go to church? If you rely on what you’ve done, then you’re guilty of self-righteousness, which means you believe that you somehow merit God’s blessing because of the things you’ve done. If this is your attitude, then you have a breastplate made of cardboard. One strike of the enemy’s sword will cut it apart and leave you open and exposed. Here’s what you need to know about the righteousness in the breastplate of righteousness: It’s not yours. Isaiah 59:15–17 says, “The Lord looked and was displeased to find there was no justice. He was amazed to see that no one intervened to help the oppressed. So he himself stepped in to save them with his strong arm, and his justice sustained him. He put on righteousness as his body armor and placed the helmet of salvation on his head. He clothed himself with a robe of vengeance and wrapped himself in a cloak of divine passion” (NLT). These words point to Jesus. You’re not righteous because of any good you’ve done. You’re righteous because of what Jesus did. Everyone who believes in Him receives His righteousness. So, when God looks at you, He doesn’t see your sin; He sees Jesus’ righteousness. If you confess, turn away from, and ask God to forgive your sin, He will. And that will be the end of it. He won’t hold it against you or try to manipulate your emotions. And if God doesn’t cause you to feel guilt or shame, why would you let the devil do it? It’s Jesus’ righteousness that protects you. And His righteousness is impenetrable. Reflection question: What specific strategy might the devil use to attack your heart, spiritually speaking? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we prepare to start the new school year, we think about Paul's encouragement to children and workers in this passage. We look at Paul's funny made-up word and talk about the difference between eye-service and heart-service. Dr.Sarah Hall | August 3rd, 2025 ________________________________________________ We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtlh.org/
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Paul invited us to reorient our understanding of some of life's most common but also difficult relationships in light of the gospel of Jesus. Children are called to obey, parents to disciple, bondservants to work, and masters to servant hearted authority. Only with Jesus are these things possible. Dr.Stefanie Kreamer | August 3rd, 2025 ________________________________________________ We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtlh.org/
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The "Whole Armor of God," as described in Ephesians 6:10-18, is a powerful biblical metaphor for the spiritual resources God provides believers to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. It's not physical armor, but rather a set of spiritual attributes and disciplines: the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, shoes of the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit (which is the Word of God), all empowered by prayer. This armor equips us for spiritual warfare, enabling us to live victoriously in a world filled with unseen battles.:#SpiritualWarfare, #ArmorOfGod, #Ephesians6, #ChristianLiving, #BibleStudy—————————————-—————————spiritual armor, Christian defense, biblical warfare, faith protection, God's provision-——————————————————————

“Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness.” (Ephesians 6:14 NLT) In his description of the armor of God in Ephesians 6, the apostle Paul doesn’t start with high-profile objects like the sword or the shield. Instead, he begins his list by instructing believers to put on “the belt of truth” (NLT). To understand the importance of this piece of armor, you need to know a little about the uniforms of Roman soldiers in Paul’s day. Roman soldiers didn’t wear pants like we do today. They wore togas on the battlefield. To move quickly in battle, they would pull their togas above their knees and tighten their belts to keep the togas in place. That gave them the freedom of movement they needed. The belt was essential to the rest of the armor. The breastplate was attached to it, as was the sheath for the sword. If your belt fell off, your breastplate would fall off, and your toga would come loose. You could have the sharpest sword in the legion and still be ineffective in battle if you were tripping over your own toga and trying to keep your breastplate and sheath in place. So, the belt was important. That’s why Paul put it at the top of the list. In the armor of God, His truth anchors our faith. In fact, it frames our whole spiritual battle. Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me” (John 14:6 NLT). Jesus is the truth. Our enemy the devil, on the other hand, “has always hated the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, it is consistent with his character; for he is a liar and the father of lies” (John 8:44 NLT). The problem is, he’s a very skilled liar. Every battle tactic he uses is built on a lie—almost always a believable one. With every temptation he puts in our path, he says, “Jesus really isn’t the only way to get what you’re looking for. Here’s something better.” If we’re to withstand his attacks, we must surround ourselves with the truth. We need to be grounded in God’s Word. We need to “be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15 NLT). We need to recognize the devil’s lies and call them out for the counterfeits they are. When we put on the belt of truth, “We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth” (Ephesians 4:14 NLT). The truth of God’s Word anchors every other piece of spiritual armor. The more securely you wrap yourself with it—by memorizing it, understanding it, and applying it to your daily life—the more skilled you’ll be in spiritual battle. And the more dangerous you’ll be to your spiritual enemy. Reflection question: What are some dangerous lies the devil tries to convince people to believe? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you fight an enemy you cannot see?

How are supposed to engage our work? Does the Bible have any principles for employees and employers? Learn more in this sermon preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA by pastor Chad Hendley on 8/3/25.www.hillsideeastman.com

Right between soul fatigue and soul restoration lies the battlefield of your faith. In Part 3 of our Psalm 23 Collection, Pastor Travis Hearn delivers a prophetic “bonus track” message that shakes the very foundations of compromise. Rooted in the sacred words of Psalm 23 and the fiery showdown on Mount Carmel, Don't Bow to Baal is a call to holy defiance—a divine interruption between green pastures and soul restoration. This isn't just another sermon. It's a spiritual wake-up call. With piercing conviction and biblical power, Pastor Travis reveals how the enemy strikes hardest when you're most vulnerable—right after the breakthrough, right after the blessing. Baal may no longer be a statue, but its spirit is alive and thriving in our culture. In the pressures of popularity, comfort, and conformity—will you stand, or will you bow? Drawing from Elijah's confrontation with Baal, Jesus' wilderness temptation, and the unwavering fireproof faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, this message ignites courage to stand when everyone else bows. It calls you to rebuild your altar, reignite your fire, and renounce every idol fighting for the throne of your heart. The line has been drawn. No more wavering. No more silence. No more compromise. If you don't bow—you won't burn. The fire isn't your end; it's where God reveals Himself. Welcome to the holy resistance. DON'T BOW TO BAAL.

Ephesians 6:1-4 - Training Our Kids - Tim Broughton

Check out our latest sermon in our 'Armor of God' series! 08/03/25

The beginning of restoration: inspection (damage report); demolition day; the ending: restoration through God's grace and mercy

“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.” (Ephesians 6:13 NLT) When the apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Ephesians, he was under house arrest, which meant that he was chained to a Roman guard. So, when we come to Paul’s description of the armor of God in chapter 6, it’s worth noting that Paul had a lot of time to observe Roman armor. There they were, twenty-four hours a day: belt, breastplate, shoes, shield, helmet, and sword. This description of armor wasn’t given in a haphazard manner off the top of Paul’s head to pass the time. Rather, these words were inspired by God. There is significance behind every word Paul attached to each piece of armor. Paul identifies six pieces of armor in total. The first three—the belt, the breastplate, and the shoes—were for long-range protection. They were never removed on the battlefield. The second three—the shield, the helmet, and the sword—were kept ready for use when close-range fighting began. Each piece was important, but only as part of the whole armor. If you were in battle, you could wear your helmet, breastplate, and shield, but without a sword, you would find yourself in the unfortunate position of being able only to defend or hold ground. Or, wearing your shoes and belt and holding your sword in your hand, you could attack enemy strongholds, but you would quickly lose what you gained due to inadequate defense. Likewise, when we do spiritual battle, we need all of God’s armor. The individual pieces are not for us to pick and choose; they are a package deal. God has given us clear and defined pieces. Understanding what they are and how to use them can make all the difference in our spiritual battles. In fantasy novels and video games, weapons and battle armor are often bestowed by mythical beings or claimed after defeating an enemy—usually as part of an elaborate quest. In the very real world of spiritual battle, God gives us the armor and weapons we need. Our quest is to maximize the effectiveness of each piece. We do that by studying God’s truth in His Word. The more expertise we develop in recognizing the real thing, the easier it is to spot the devil’s lies. We do it by strengthening our relationship with God through regular prayer and worship. We do it by building relationships with other battle-tested believers. There’s much to be learned from other people’s victories and setbacks. As those relationships grow, we can fight together by offering encouragement and holding one another accountable to godly living. We have no reason to fear the devil’s attacks. God has given us everything we need to defend ourselves and win our spiritual battles. Reflection question: What would arming yourself for spiritual battle look like in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This episode features a full length Bible study taught by Pastor Jack Abeelen of Morningstar Christian Chapel in Whittier, California.If today you prayed with Pastor Jack to receive the Lord, we'd love to hear about it and get you started on the right foot. Visit us online at: https://morningstarcc.org/born-again/To see more of Pastor Jack's Bible studies, visit our Morningstar Christian Chapel channel at https://www.youtube.com/@morningstarcc.To subscribe to our Podcast newsletter go to http://eepurl.com/iGzsP6.If you would like to support our electronic ministry, you may do so by going to our donations page at https://morningstarcc.churchcenter.com/giving/to/podcast.Visit our church website at https://morningstarcc.org.

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

How are we to stand toe-to-toe against the craftiness of the devil? Our only hope is in the strength the Lord provides and in the protection of His spiritual armor.  In this message, Pastor Jeff Schreve shares how we are to guard our hearts and minds with the three final pieces of the armor of […]

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

Parents and Children (Ephesians 6) by Harvest Church

Worship of our Father is something that encompasses every aspect of our lives, including the work week.

Pastor Will Plonk walks us through Ephesians 6:18-20. For this Christian prayer is as essential as breathing and underscores our reliance on God. This was the life of the Apostle Paul. Paul's was an ambassador for Christ, even in prison, show the strength of God in vulnerability.

In this message from Ephesians 6:10–19, Pastor Mike unpacks prayer as the secret weapon of the Christian life. Discover why prayer is powerful, why it's so hard, and how to pray in a way that actually changes things.

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

This episode features a full length Bible study taught by Pastor Jack Abeelen of Morningstar Christian Chapel in Whittier, California.If today you prayed with Pastor Jack to receive the Lord, we'd love to hear about it and get you started on the right foot. Visit us online at: https://morningstarcc.org/born-again/To see more of Pastor Jack's Bible studies, visit our Morningstar Christian Chapel channel at https://www.youtube.com/@morningstarcc.To subscribe to our Podcast newsletter go to http://eepurl.com/iGzsP6.If you would like to support our electronic ministry, you may do so by going to our donations page at https://morningstarcc.churchcenter.com/giving/to/podcast.Visit our church website at https://morningstarcc.org.

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

Listen each weekday at 8:55am and 9:55pm on 90.9 KCBI as Tara-Leigh Cobble from The Bible Recap takes a passage of scripture one verse at a time to explain how God's love for us can be found in each and every verse. Let's be encouraged together with real, quick, and easy to understand daily scripture. Listen to more of the God Shot on 90.9 KCBI | https://www.kcbi.org/thegodshot/ Listen to the Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble | http://www.thebiblerecap.com/

You are in a battle, whether you realize it or not.In this episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone uncovers the often invisible—but very real—realm of spiritual warfare. Drawing from Scripture, real-life examples, and the powerful imagery in Ephesians 6, Mike equips you with the tools you need to stand firm against the enemy's attacks.