Take Up the Shield of Faith – Ephesians 6:16
Our enemy, the devil, will be firing flaming arrows at us, seeking to cripple our effectiveness in the kingdom. Deflect them with the shield of faith.
Ephesians
Studies from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians
Feet Fitted with the Gospel of Peace – Ephesians 6:15
As believers we are called to take the gospel of peace to all we encounter as we go out into the world. Share the message that will set people free.
The Breastplate of Righteousness in Place – Ephesians 6:14b
Your enemy will attack relentlessly. So keep your breastplate of righteousness in place. Dons give the devil an opening to use against you.
The Belt of Truth Buckled Up – Ephesians 6:14a
In the spiritual warfare we are to be engaged in, the belt of truth is important. Stand in the truth. Do not let the enemy lead you astray with his lies.
On Being Filled With the Spirit – Ephesians 5:18-20
Be filled with the Spirit, lifting your voices in song together with the church. And being thankful in all things, whether good or bad.
Stand your Ground – Ephesians 6:10-13
There is a battle being waged all around us. Not a battle with guns and bombs. But a spiritual battle for the souls of mankind. We are called to put on the full armor of God and to stand our ground. Contend with the enemy for the lost as well as for believers who fall into the snare of the enemy. Stand your ground!
Follow the Way of Love – Ephesians 5:1-2
Who is your role model in life? There are many available in the world today. But are there any better than Jesus? As dearly loved children of God, there is no one better for us to model our lives after. Follow the way of love, living like Jesus.
Avoiding Unwholesome Talk – Ephesians 4:29
It is so easy to let our words be hurtful; unwholesome talk takes no effort at all. But how much better when our words are used to build people up.
Church Growth – Ephesians 4:16
In an era of declining church attendance, how to turn the tide and grow healthy churches is an important topic. Paul tells us that church growth is dependent on Christ’s equipping and leadership as well the involvement of every member. Each of us needs to be doing what God has called us to do within the body.
Filled to the Measure – Ephesians 3:17-19
Be rooted in love to grasp the extent of God’s love, fully experiencing his love. Then you can be filled to the measure with God’s fullness.