George Washington said citizens owe a duty to defend their free government with their property and services. Haile Selassie issued an order to mobilize all able-bodied Ethiopians, including women and children, to fight the Italian invasion. The Bible passage from Ephesians exhorts believers to be strong in the Lord and put on the full armor of God to stand against spiritual attacks from Satan and fight against evil spiritual forces.
Who was Uzziah? Why did Isaiah “see the Lord when Uzziah died”? Who is your Uzziah? Who are the seraphim? What is their function? What did Isaiah see and hear them doing? What effect did their worship have on the Temple and on the Prophet Isaiah? How will you respond upon observing holy angels worshipping “the Lord high and lifted up”? Why does Isaiah confess, “I am a man of unclean lips and dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips”? Would you confess the same? Why? Did Isaiah actually see the Lord Jesus Christ, Yeshua Hamashiach? (Jn. 12:37-41) Have you actually seen Him? How? (Jn. 1:9,14) How has “beholding Him” changed you? (2 Cor. 3:18; 1 Jn. 3:2)
The first piece mentioned in the panoply of the "armor of God" for the Christian is "the belt of truth." But, what is truth? Why is it listed first? Why is it vital and what does it protect? Jesus said to Pilate, "To this end was I born, and for this cause I came into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth." (18:37)
Who was Uzziah? Why did Isaiah “see the Lord when Uzziah died”? Who is your Uzziah? Who are the seraphim? What is their function? What did Isaiah see and hear them doing? What effect did their worship have on the Temple and on the Prophet Isaiah? How will you respond upon observing holy angels worshipping “the Lord high and lifted up”? Why does Isaiah confess, “I am a man of unclean lips and dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips”? Would you confess the same? Why? Did Isaiah actually see the Lord Jesus Christ, Yeshua Hamashiach? (Jn. 12:37-41) Have you actually seen Him? How? (Jn. 1:9,14) How has “beholding Him” changed you? (2 Cor. 3:18; 1 Jn. 3:2)
The first piece mentioned in the panoply of the "armor of God" for the Christian is "the belt of truth." But, what is truth? Why is it listed first? Why is it vital and what does it protect? Jesus said to Pilate, "To this end was I born, and for this cause I came into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth." (18:37)
When the Lord gave us His Spirit, He gave us fully and without reserve, If you are a believer in The Lord Jesus Christ, you have it as it is your right and inheritance.
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The Ephesian epistle concludes with an exhortation to "be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might." Why? How can a Christian be "strong in the Lord"? What is the likely consequence of failing to obey this command?
When the Lord gave us His Spirit, He gave us fully and without reserve, If you are a believer in The Lord Jesus Christ, you have it as it is your right and inheritance.
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The Ephesian epistle concludes with an exhortation to "be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might." Why? How can a Christian be "strong in the Lord"? What is the likely consequence of failing to obey this command?
We’re Wrestling Who? - Ephesians 6:10-13David Turner
Our battles are not against flesh and blood. Our battles are against Principalities and Powers. These adversaries are much bigger than us and cannot be defeated by our own strength. In Ephesians 6:10-13 Paul identifies who we are really wrestling with and follows up with advice on how to compete to gain victory. For this and other PowerPoint Presentations go to www.Bibleguy.org.
What does "having your feet shod with the gospel of peace" mean? How does a Christian prepare their feet? Why is comparing the armor of God to the Roman soldier inappropriate? To what is this metaphor more likely referring?
What is the Christian's "Breastplate of Righteousness" described in Ephesians 6? We are often told the believer's armor is to be compared to that of a Roman soldier. Is this accurate? Study this lesson, and if possible, listen on FaceBook or YouTube by typing my name and the title or text of this study.
This is a collection of writings that deal with the hand of GOD in a number of ways, and some deal with the Holy Spirit as the hand of God doing His will. It is a combination of studies on the hand of God.
Why does a Christian need a sword in order to "stand and withstand in the evil day" when Christ warns that "all who live by the sword will perish by the sword" (Matt. 26:52)? What is the difference between the “sword of the Spirit” (Eph. 6:17) and Christ’s sword mentioned in Revelation 2:12, 16; 19:11-16? What is the difference in meaning between the Greek words, “logos” and “rhema” as they relate to the Word of God? Which word is used to describe the “sword of the Spirit”? How is the Word of God practically used like a sword?
These slides were part of a Webinar introducing an online course, offered by ITTI, certified by PESI for six CEUs, and taught by me entitled, "Civilian Clinicians Counseling Military Veterans." For more information or to enroll in this course go to: https://traumaonline.net/
What does it mean "taking the shield of faith"? Why does a Christian require a "shield"? What is faith? Is all faith the same? How does faith protect? Do you know how to use the "shield of faith"?
More is written about the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ than of any other person in history. Why is that? What did He accomplish by dying on the cross? Why was His resurrection necessary? Is there strong attestation to Christ's resurrection? Must we believe He is alive today? How does the resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth effect you?
All four Gospels -- Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John -- record the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into the city of Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, Nisan 10. This study is an exposition of John 12:12-19 and answers the question: "What's most important about Palm Sunday?"
What is the Bible all about? What is its purpose? How can we get the most out of studying the Bible?
This lesson is part of a series of studies entitle, "Living the Word" taught at the Lighthouse Freedom Center. These slides will help you if you're following us online on Sunday at 8:45.
In many ways Jacob is a picture of every person. We were all by nature selfish, deceitful, "graspers". Jacob is a type of our human carnal nature. But, Jacob changed! One night he wrestled with the Lord and begged for a blessing. His blessing came in the form of a changed character, reflected in his new name: Israel. Israel is a picture of a person changed by God, someone with whom the Spirit of God dwells.
God's sovereignty is evident in every aspect of life. Redemption is the overarching purpose of divine sovereignty. Genesis 31 reveals God's hand and heart in Jacob's relationship with Laban, a wiley, manipulative uncle, father-in-law, employer. This chapter is filled with lots of practical, relevant lessons in God's redemption for all of us.
What prevents the non-believing world from truly knowing who Jesus is? (Jn. 1:10-12; 2 Cor. 2:14) Why didn’t Pilate know what Truth was when the One who is Truth was standing only a few feet from him? (John 18:33-38) Why didn’t the disciples understand who Christ was though they had spent three solid years with Him? Why didn’t the disciples on the Emmaus Road know who Jesus was though He had already risen from the dead and reports of His resurrection had been announced to His disciples? (Luke 24:13-35)
What prevents world unity? Why have the world’s best of intentions and brightest of minds failed, abysmally, and repeatedly to achieve world unity and peace? What are common causes for disunity and conflict among Christians? How can church conflict strengthen and improve a congregation? When is church conflict destructive? What does James say is a common cause for conflict among Christians? (Jas. 4:1) What four steps does James give believers for conflict resolution? (Jas. 4:1-3; 4-6; 7-10; 11-12)
Genesis 30 describes how God uses circumstances and people in our lives to mold us and mature us. Often, God uses conflict. Certainly, this was the case for Jacob and his family. Jacob was a deceiver, a liar and a manipulator. God used his uncle Laban, who was also a deceiver, liar and manipulator to provoke change in Jacob. Conflict between two sisters, Rachel and Leah, Jacob's wives, Leah and Rachel, mirrored his relationship with his brother, Esau. God wasn't just working in the heart of Jacob. He was using the family dynamics to mold and mature each member of this family. He does the same with us today.
How is COVID-19 different from previous pandemics in history? How does the Coronavirus compare to future pestilences prophesied in the Bible? Do you think God sent the Coronavirus as a harbinger of future pandemics? If so, what should be learn about God and ourselves during COVID-19? As Christians how should we respond to pandemics? Do you have peace and hope? Why? How is your life, currently, giving others, especially non-Christians, cause to ask you for “an answer (lit. the reason) for the hope that lies in you”? (1 Peter 3:15)
God teaches each of us using sometimes intensely painful circumstances to inculcate profound and powerful lessons. Such was the case with Jacob, the deceiver, who spent 20 years with his uncle Laban being on the receiving end of deceitfulness. Everyone, Jacob and Laban, Leah and Rachel, and Zilpah and Bilhah learn life's lessons in God's classroom, known as Genesis 29.
How has COVID-19 changed you? Has the Coronavirus in any way changed your view of yourself, of the world, and of God? If so, have these changes been positive? Explain. As much as we may value science and medicine, what inherent limitations prevent us from basing our lives on them? (2 Timothy 6:19-21) How did each of the plagues defeat a god in Egypt? (Exodus 7-12) How do you think God, the Almighty God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the God of Israel, the Lord Jesus Christ, is challenging the gods of our world today through COVID-19? (1 Samuel 17:47; 2 Chronicles 20:15-16; Zechariah 4:6)
Not unlike the effects of today’s Coronavirus, the older generation of Israel in the wilderness were dying. Numbers 20 begins with the death of Miriam (1) and concludes with the death of Aaron (28, 29). If you were to die today, what legacy would you leave? When was the last time you murmured or complained about something associated with COVID-19? What was your complaint? How did your criticism or complaint change you, your relationship with God and those around you? Why did the Lord send “fiery serpents among the people” (21:6)? What was Moses’ response when he heard their complaints and saw God’s judgment? (7) How should we be like Moses? What was the Lord’s response? (8) Why did Jesus compare Himself to Moses’ brazen serpent? (John 3:14-16) Why do many (sadly most) people refuse to look and live? (8)
While we cannot control life's trials, we can, by God's grace, control our response to them. We can resist temptations and be victorious over our trials, even be better because of them. This study specifically addresses trials and temptations and how you successfully pass the test of COVID-19.
There are many significant symbols and features surrounding our Lord's entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. What, however, was most important? This is the question we answer in this study.
Jacob was in exile, in the process of fleeing from his vengeful brother. After 3 days into his 517 mile journey to Syria, he stops at a seemingly insignificant place to rest for the night. The dream he had that night was an unforgettable revelation from God, an amazing description of the coming Messiah. There are many details in this account that apply to us, both as Christian believers and as non-believers.
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Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
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MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
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to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
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Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
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2. "It may be laid down as a primary
position, and is the basis of our
system, that every citizen who
enjoys the protection of a free
government, owes not only a
proportion of his property, but even
of his personal services to the
defense of it."
George Washington
3. "Everyone will now be mobilized and all
boys old enough to carry a spear will be
sent to Addis Ababa. Married men will take
their wives to carry food and cook. Those
without wives will take any woman without
a husband. Women with small babies need
not go. The blind, those who cannot walk
or for any reason cannot carry a spear are
exempted. Anyone found at home after
receipt of this order will be hanged."
Haile Selassie, (1935 upon invasion by Italy)
4. 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the
Lord and in the power of His might. 11
Put on the whole armor of God, that
you may be able to stand against the
wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not
wrestle against flesh and blood, but
against principalities, against powers,
against the rulers of the darkness of
this age, against spiritual hosts of
wickedness in the heavenly places.
5. 1. We are COMMANDED: “be strong”
ἐνδυναμόομαι (endynamoomai) - imperative mood
6. 2. We are in COMBAT: "Finally, my brethren"
➢Believers’Worship (1:1-3:21)
➢Believers' Walk (4:1-6:9)
➢Believers' Warfare (6:10-20)
“wrestle” (πάλη – palē) = hand to hand combat
“against” (πρὸς – pros) = toward
7. Ephesians 6:11–12
11 Put on the whole armor of God, that
you may be able to stand against the
wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not
wrestle against flesh and blood, but
against principalities, against powers,
against the rulers of the darkness of this
age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness
in the heavenly places.
8. Ephesians 6:11–12
11 Put on the whole armor of God, that
you may be able to stand against the
wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not
wrestle against flesh and blood, but
against principalities, against powers,
against the rulers of the darkness of this
age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness
in the heavenly places.
9. Ephesians 6:11–12
➢ Devil (Isa. 14:9-17; Ezek. 28:13-19)
➢ Principalities (Dan. 10:12-14)
➢ Powers (Ex. 7-12)
➢ Rulers of the darkness (Psa. 82; Isa.
24:21-23)
➢ Spiritual hosts of wickedness
10. John 15:18–21 If the world hates you,
you know that it hated Me before it
hated you. 19 If you were of the world,
the world would love its own. Yet
because you are not of the world, but
I chose you out of the world,
therefore the world hates you.
11. John 15:19 …you are not of the world,
but I chose you out of the world,
therefore the world hates you.
ἐκκλησία (ecclesia) =Church
12. John 15:18–21 20 Remember the word
that I said to you, ‘A servant is not greater
than his master.’ If they persecuted Me,
they will also persecute you. If they kept
My word, they will keep yours also.
13. John 15:18–21 20 Remember the word
that I said to you, ‘A servant is not greater
than his master.’ If they persecuted Me,
they will also persecute you. If they kept
My word, they will keep yours also. 21 But
all these things they will do to you for My
name’s sake, because they do not know
Him who sent Me.
14. Conflict is promised to the “brethren”
➢ Philippians 1:29 “For unto you it is given
in the behalf of Christ not only to believe
on Him, but also to suffer for His sake.”
➢ 2 Timothy 2:12 “If we suffer, we shall
also reign with Him”
➢ 2 Timothy 3:12 “Yea, and all that will live
godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer
persecution.”
15. Conflict Characterized Christ’s Life
➢ Genesis 3:15 – Prophesied of Him
➢ Matthew 2:16-18 – His birth
➢ Luke 4:1-13 – His ministry
➢ Luke 22:44 – His death
John 1:10–11 He was in the world, and the
world was made through Him, and the world
did not know Him. 11 He came to His own, and
His own did not receive Him.
16. ➢ Because of Compromise
➢ Because of Complacency
➢ Because of Confusion
17. 2 Corinthians 10:3–4 For though we walk
in the flesh, we do not war according to
the flesh. 4 For the weapons of our
warfare are not carnal but mighty in God
for pulling down strongholds,
Not in “the flesh”
Not in “in ourselves”
Zechariah 4:6 ‘Not by might nor by power,
but by My Spirit,’ Says the LORD of hosts.
18. 1 Corinthians 10:12–13 Therefore let him
who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall.
13 No temptation has overtaken you except
such as is common to man; but God is
faithful, who will not allow you to be
tempted beyond what you are able, but
with the temptation will also make the way
of escape, that you may be able to bear it.
19. 1 Corinthians 10:12–13 Therefore let him
who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall.
13 No temptation has overtaken you except
such as is common to man; but God is
faithful, who will not allow you to be
tempted beyond what you are able, but
with the temptation will also make the way
of escape, that you may be able to bear it.
20. 2 Corinthians 12:9 And He said to me, “My
grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is
made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most
gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities,
that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
21. 2 Corinthians 12:9 And He said to me, “My
grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is
made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most
gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities,
that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
22. ➢ “In” (2xs) not “from”
➢ “the Lord” (κύριος - kyrios) = master,
owner, commander
Colossians 2:9 For in Him dwells all
the fullness of the Godhead bodily
Psalm 60:12 Through God we will
do valiantly, for it is He who shall
tread down our enemies.
1. “In the Lord”
23. ➢ “power” (κράτος - kratos) =
manifest power or dominion; energy
Ephesians 1:19 …what is the
exceeding greatness of His power
(dynamis) toward us who believe,
according to the working of His
mighty power (kratos)
2. “In the Power of His Might”
24. ➢ “might” (ἐξουσία - exousia) =
authority to rule, jurisdiction
Jude 25 …be glory and majesty,
dominion (kratos) and power
(exousia), both now and forever.
Amen.
2. “In the Power of His Might”
25. CONVERSION: “In Christ” (Eph. 1-4)
CLEANSING: “Be Filled with the Spirit”
(Eph. 5:18-6:9)
CLOTHING: “Put On the whole armor of
God” (Eph. 6:10-17)
26. ➢ Our Warfare is NOT Physical:
➢ Our Warfare is Spiritual:
Against the wiles of the devil
“wiles’ (μεθοδεία - methodeia) = strategies
“devil” (διάβολος - diabolos) = slanderer
27. ➢ Our Warfare is Spiritual:
1. Against principalities (political realm)
2. Against powers (authorities above)
3. Against the rulers of the darkness of this
age (κοσμοκράτωρ - kosmokratōr)
4. Against spiritual hosts of wickedness in
the heavenly places
28. ➢ For YOU: “strengthened”
➢ For the WORLD: given “hope”
➢ For the DEVIL: “resisted”
➢ For GOD: “glorified”
29. 10 Be strong in the
Lord in the power
of His might. 11
Put on the whole
armor of God,