June 4, 2023
Pastor Ryan Cathers
We must learn to win the right fight.
Ephesians 6:10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. English Standard Version
Ephesians 6:11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. English Standard Version
Ephesians 6:13 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 firm. English Standard Version
Ephesians 6:14a Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth… English Standard Version
John 8:31 So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, 32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” English Standard Version
You can't live God's best for your life in any area that you are believing a lie.
Ephesians 6:14b and having put on the breastplate of righteousness… English Standard Version
2 Corinthians 5:21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. English Standard Version
Hebrews 4:15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. English Standard Version
The presence of God is where we find the power to overcome sin.
Ephesians 6:15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. English Standard Version
Ephesians 6:16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; English Standard Version
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. English Standard Version
Life is a series of opportunities to trust God or trust anything else.
Ephesians 6:17a and take the helmet of salvation… English Standard Version
Ephesians 6:17b and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, 18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. English Standard Version