Praying For God's Protection


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Roman legionary of the 1st century AD 
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Putting On The Armour Of God

Jesus tells his disciples to pray each day for God's protection against temptation, or tests

In EPHESIANS 6:10-18 Paul describes the armour and weapons God has provided for the fight. His list is based on the standard equipment of a Roman legionary in the photograph.

The Armour & Weapons

•  HELMET of salvation protecting our minds against the enemy's accusations and doubts
•  BREASTPLATE of righteousness because we have been clothed with Christ's righteousness
•  BELT of truth. Jesus is the way, the truth and the life
•  SHIELD of faith. Jesus is the author & finisher of our faith to combat the enemy's lies  
•  SWORD of the Spirit the rhemaWord of God empowered by the Holy Spirit 
•  SOLDIER'S BOOTS consisting of the Good News of peace with God through faith in Christ

Questions

Q1   What kinds of temptations or tests do you find the hardest to withstand in your daily life as a Christian?          
Q2   What other weapon does Paul mention in verse 18 for waging aggressive spiritual warfare?

READ MORE    about The Christian's Armour & Weapons and Winning the Spiritual Battle



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