"In preparing us to face the evil strategies of the devil, God has provided all the equipment we need to stand our ground. Protecting ourselves with the armor of God unmasks the evil that opposes us and stabilizes our spiritual walk (Ephesians 6:10-18). "
Good Sunday Morning.
Thank you for reminding us of the spiritual battles we face daily. And the need to put on the whole armor of God.
This was the scripture reading I lead today in Church.
SCRIPTURE READING:
Worship Leader: Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.
Congregation: Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Worship Leader: For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.
Congregation: Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
Worship Leader: Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
Congregation: And having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
Worship Leader: Above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one.
Congregation: And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God;
Worship Leader: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints–
Everyone: Peace to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen.