The Devil’s Schemes
If we are going to be able to stand against the schemes of the devil, then we need to know what those schemes (tricks, ruses, deceptions) are. We need to be made aware of how he and his scheming works, too, and how he is presently working within the gatherings of the church...
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 1 Peter 5:8
If someone were to ask you who or what is the greatest enemy of the church today, how would you answer? Some would answer that the biggest enemy is government...
Be Strong
Ephesians 6:10-12 NIV
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. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers...
Is there such a thing as absolute truth? Are there definite rights and wrongs? Or, is morality completely subjective? Are we to show tolerance (acceptance) of all beliefs and practices? Should we make allowances for sin – sin as defined by God? Or for different religions? And, should we...
We all have enemies, let’s face it. No matter how nice we are, there are always going to be people who won’t like us, and who will rise against us, just because we are not like them; just because we are different.
Yet, for those of us who have trusted in Jesus Christ to be Lord and Savior of...
What are the “devil’s schemes”? They are vast! His arsenal seems unlimited. He knows our weaknesses from observing us, and he knows, too, just where to strike us to make the biggest impact. Sometimes, he knows us better than we know ourselves, because we can often get blinded to our own...
And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. Rom. 8:28 NASB
If it had not been for the things I have gone through in my life, I would not be who I am today. God would not be using me in the way that he...
We are in a battle, and the battle is for our minds and our hearts. Satan is our foe, and he is out to destroy us. So, he will come at us from all different angles to try to break us down, to try to discourage us, to try to get us to give in to our emotions and/or to give up hope. But, we can’t...
Just because Jesus set us free from bondage to sin does not mean we will never be tempted to sin again. We will! Even Jesus was tempted of Satan, yet he never gave in to any temptation. He was without sin. But, not us.
So, what do we do when we are tempted? Better yet, what do we do to avoid...
Thursday, October 12, 2017, 12:00 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Living Sacrifices.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Proverbs 1 (Select vv. NASB).
Beginning of Knowledge
7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;
Fools despise wisdom and instruction.
If we...
Saturday, July 22, 2017, 5:53 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Do Your Best.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Ephesians 6:10-20 (ESV).
The Evil Day (vv. 10-13)
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be...
The spiritual missiles Satan shot at our heroes of the Bible are the same ones he aims at us today. He influences our thinking, tempts us to dwell on sinful thoughts, and soon leads us to sinful actions. But when the enemy attacks, you can extinguish his flaming missiles!
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In this article, I will address the ways in which you can claim victory even through the heartbreaking losses you’ve experienced. I know that it gets hard to see how you can win when most things/people you’ve held onto are either gone or against you, but you can’t get through the war if you...
Friday, July 22, 2016, 8:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Broken and Contrite.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 2 Timothy 4:1-8, 16-18 (ESV).
Be Ready (vv. 1-2)
I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by...
Belt of Truth
Breastplate of Righteousness
Shield of Faith
Armor of God
The armor of God is described in Ephesians 6:10-18. In this passage we are told that our primary battles are of a spiritual nature and that we need spiritual armor to be able to stand firm in the midst of these...
Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 6:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Onward Christian Soldiers.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 6:25-34 (NASB).
Fuss, Fear, and Fret (vv. 25-32)
“For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will...
Wednesday, June 10, 2015, 11:45 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song, “Not By Might.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Ephesians 6:10-20 (ESV).
Trials Which Test US
All of us will face some types of difficulties and trials in this life which will test our faith and our...
Prayer and warfare have always been close companions. So it’s no surprise that the last dimension of spiritual armor is prayer. Learn more in this message from Ephesians 6.
Ephesians 6:10-18
The Whole Armor of God
10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might...
Learn how to implement “The Sword of the Spirit” to combat and be victorious over spiritual warfare.
When the Apostle Paul describes the "whole armor of God," isn't it interesting that almost every piece is defensive in nature? Almost. Because Dr. David Jeremiah turns to the one offensive...