Stand Strong in the Gospel: Eph. 6:10-24

Series: "New Life, New Church, New Purpose"

Preached at Growing Faith Church, Liberty, NC

June 22, 2025

1. Stand Strong Against the Real Enemy. (vv. 10-12)

2. Stand Strong in God's Gospel Armor. (vv. 13-17)

3. Stand Strong in Prayer. (vv. 18-24)

The armor of God equips believers for spiritual warfare against demonic forces, not human enemies. This armor includes the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit. When Christians put on this armor, they're covering themselves in Jesus and embracing their identity in Him. Prayer serves as our most powerful weapon, especially when focused on God's mission rather than self-centered requests. Christians are called to fight from victory, not for victory, remembering that our battle is against spiritual forces of evil, not people.