Tag Archive for: Warfare

Emergency Exit Plan

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…we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. (2 Corinthians 10:5)

Every time I fly, the flight attendants share what the plan is for an emergency landing.  I know it by heart and I’m sure many of you do too.  I know where the flotation devices are, I know where the exits are, I know the oxygen mask will come down from the ceiling, I know to place it on myself before others, I know the emergency lights will light up on the floor, and I know to put my head in my lap to prepare for the landing.  Well, what would happen if we had an emergency exit plan in place when the Enemy comes to attack?  The fact is I think we would live a much more effective life for Christ, if we had a strategy in place.

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Armed and Dangerous

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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.  Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. (Ephesians 6:10-11)

Yesterday, we explored the struggle that Paul discusses in Ephesians.  We identified what that struggle is, the need to take a stand against it, and where to find the strength to do just that.  Today, let’s talk about the specific armor that Paul gives us to enter into the battle against the enemy.  How do we fight in hand to hand combat against the enemy?

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