The power of prayer provides the energy to equip the Christian soldier with armor and to wield the sword. James 5:16 The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. [1] We cannot win battles using only our own strength, regardless of our talent or power. When Amalek attacked Israel, Moses climbed the mountain …
Paul gives us valuable tools for the battle against satan. Ephesians 6: 16 In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. 17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. [1] Shield …
The power of the Gospel is so great that it takes people out of the kingdom of darkness and into the kingdom of Light. The Gospel, also known as the Good News, is the very foundation of Jesus’ message. As the Lord draws us to faith and deepens our understanding of the Good News, He …
In his section about the armor of God, Paul speaks about resisting the enemy. Ephesians 6: 13 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.[1] In the Bible, to resist means …
Knowing your enemy is key to the spiritual battle we are engaged in, but for many people, including many Christians, the real enemy remains unknown. In our world, we can examine evil individuals from both the past and the present, but Paul reveals in Ephesians who the true enemy behind these people is. Ephesians 6:12 …
Paul tells us how we can stand firm in the battle against the devil. This is not a routine army battle; it is a spiritual battle. Ephesians 6: 11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.[1] The concept of standing firm …
As Paul signals the beginning of his conclusion to his letter, he writes, Ephesians 6:10 A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.[1] As he writes this, it reminds me of a relationship between a father and a small child. A child cannot accomplish the task before them, but with …
Some people become fearful when they realize there is a supernatural realm. But we can be assured that nothing can separate us from God’s love. In Scripture, we see several examples of meetings in the supernatural realm overwhelming the human body. When an angel brought a message to Daniel, he fainted. Daniel 10:9 Then I …
One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is that God does not leave our protection to chance. Psalm 91:11 For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go. [1] The angels do not act independently or according to their own will. They are servants of the Most High, carrying out His …
Isaiah’s vision opens with a breathtaking scene of angels worshipping God. Here, the Lord is seated upon His throne, high and exalted, while mighty seraphim surround Him in constant worship. These heavenly beings are remarkable. The name seraphim means “fiery burning ones,” and they radiate God’s glory, yet even they cannot gaze directly upon His …