Ephesians 6:13-17. God’s (S)Word Is Our PRIMARY WEAPON God’s Word is listed in a context of a battle armor (Eph. 6:13-18) God’s Word is listed in a context.

Slides:

Advertisements

Similar presentations

2 Corinthians 4:3-6. “The Lord will enlighten my darkness” (Psa. 18:28; 19:8) “A light that shines in a dark place” (2 Pet. 1:19) “The entrance of Your.

Advertisements

1 No Regrets Regret: “Sorrow or remorse, especially over one’s acts or omissions… sorrow over a person or thing gone, lost, etc.” -Webster.

Welcome To The East Memphis Church Of Christ 12/12/2010.

5. Eph. 6:10-12; Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand.

THE CHRISTIAN’S OBLIGATIONS TO JESUS CHRIST 2 TIMOTHY 2:10 TEXT.

Obedience to the faith, Obeying the truth, gospel, doctrine How does one obey the gospel in order to become a Christian?

Faithful in Christ Eph. 1:1. Faithful Means… Something you do (Describes what you do) “Believer / believing” Examples: Examples: – John 20:27 – Acts 10:45.

What’s Right With The Church: Jesus’ Plan Of Salvation Romans 6:12 – 18 Acts 2:37; 16:30.

“Rejoice because your names are written in Heaven.” (Luke 10:17-24) Philippians 4:3 Philippians 3:20 Hebrews 12:22-23 John 3:16 Who will be in Heaven and.

Matthew 19:26. -God’s grace, Eph. 2:1, 4-9; Acts 15:11; 2 Tim. 1:9 -Redemption in Christ, Rom. 3:24; Eph. 1:6-7 -Our faith, Rom. 4:13-16; Acts 15:9; Eph.

His Presence His Presence – The Lord was with Joseph (Gen. 39:2, 3, 21, 23) – The Lord is with you today (Heb. 13:5-6; Deut. 31:6; Matt. 28:20b; 2 Tim.

NOT HAVE A PIANO OR ORGAN? Why Do You All…. Why Do You All Not Have A Piano or Organ? Because It Is An Issue of Authority Col.3:17, Rom.12:2, 2 John 9.

Remembering the Resurrection of Christ In God’s authorized ways.

Searching For The Impossible. Why Such An Outrageous Search?  Deceived By Someone  Self-Deceived  Greed  Looking For The Easy Way.

Pine Grove Church of Christ – 03/28/10. DISAPPOINTMENT Pine Grove Church of Christ – 03/28/10.

Reach Out – Luke 15:4, “Go” Reach Out – Luke 15:4, “Go” Reassure – 2 Thess. 3:15 Reassure – 2 Thess. 3:15 Words of greeting Words of greeting Words of.

1 An Apostle Could Fall Away! 1 Corinthians 9:27.

The Power of God’s Word Hebrews 4:8-13. Introduction-1 This passage contains a promise and a warning A promise of a rest that is ahead for God’s people-

Ephesians 2:19-22.

God’s love is unchanging (John 13:1)! God’s love is manifested by sacrifice (1 John 3:16; Heb.9:26)! God’s love is inseparable from His people (Rom.8:35)!

The Lessons God Taught Israel at Jericho. God taught Israel at Jericho.

God’s Riches: Our Blessings Ephesians 1:3. Theme: Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints who are in Ephesus, & faithful in.

Acts 8:26-40 CONVERSION OF THE EUNUCH. Conversion of the Eunuch One must diligently seek salvation by faith. Salvation comes through gospel preaching.

Mr. Chairman, I Nominate…

God’s Second Law of Pardon Providence Church of Christ September 21, 2008.

God’s Truth Stands…FOREVER God’s Truth Stands…FOREVER −Psalm 119:89 −1 Peter 1:20-25.

Are You Being Used By God? Matthew 16:24. We Serve Because It’s What Jesus Did Matt. 16:24; 1 Pet. 2:21; Acts 10:38 Luke 22:24-27.

Proverbs 3:5-6. Trust in the Lord with all your heartTrust in the Lord with all your heart –Trust that…He is present in our lives  “The eyes of the Lord.

Prepared, opportune, seasonable, ready prepared Ready.

Singing is done “when you come together” (1 Cor. 14:26) Singing is done “in the midst of the assembly” (Heb. 2:12) Singing is done “to one another” (Eph.

Assemble with the Church When It Assembles? −Assembling was a priority for early Christians (Acts 2:46; 5:42; 12:5; 20:7) −Assembling is to be a priority.

They seek Him as a King (2:2; cf. 1 Tim 6:15; Rev. 19:6) They seek Him as directed so by God (2:2, 9; cf. 2 Cor. 3:18-4:7) They seek Him with joy (2:10;

To be useful for Christ requires complete conversion To be useful for Christ requires complete conversion One must be converted: One must be converted:

2 Timothy 2:3-4 Sharpening Swords. Equipping to Serve. Marching to Heaven.

Real Men Are LEADERS (Mark 1:38a) Wanted: Leaders in the Home –Eph. 5:23; 1 Tim. 3:4 Wanted: Leaders in the Church –1 Tim. 2:8; 3:1-13; Tit. 2:2, 6-8;

How I Live – Whose Business Is It? 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12.

Hope For A Happy New Year The year of our Lord 2011.

Romans 14: Corinthians 5:10. The Judgment Day Is Coming Romans …For we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ. 10 …For we shall.

Opposite of falsehood, Prov 12: 17, 19 (Eph 4:25) Opposite of falsehood, Prov 12: 17, 19 (Eph 4:25) Fidelity, Jer 7:28 (Isa 59:12-13) Fidelity, Jer 7:28.

Worthy (Rev. 4:11) Holy (Rev. 4:8; Psa. 111:9) Awesome (Psa. 47:2; Deut. 7:21) Sovereign (Psa. 115:3; Dan. 4:34-35) Merciful (Psa. 103:8; Jas. 5:11) Faithful.

The Bible teaches that Christians can: −“Drift away” (Heb. 2:1) −“Go astray in their heart” (Heb. 3:10) −“Depart from the living God” (Heb. 3:12) −“Be.

The Importance of Bible Study. Reasons To Study The Bible  It’s the inspired word of God. (2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Pet. 1:20-21)  It’s a book of truth. (Ps.

In Noah’s Day: “Why do we believe that we must build an ark to be saved?” −The reason: God’s Word tells us so! (Gen. 6:14; cf. Heb. 11:7; 1 Pet. 3:20-21)

The Greatness of the Kingdom I Love

Jesus shows NO partiality (Rom. 2:11; Eph. 6:9)

Jesus Trusted His Father

Death is a certain reality for all (Heb. 9:27)

Giving Thanks To God 1 Thess 5:17-18 Eph 5:19-20 Heb 13:14-15.

When Trials Should Come

He teaches (John 4:23-24), exemplifies (Matt

MEMBERSHIP IN A LOCAL CHURCH

Who is Sufficient? 2 Corinthians 2:12 – 3:18.

Like salt, we season the world and should be changing it for the best!

The way Jesus taught is the way we ought to teach.

The Sojourner’s Bible 1 Peter 1:22-2:3.

My Purpose Is to… Glorify God

A Thanks-Filled Heart For What God Has Done for Me

Good Stewards Glorify God

The WORD of the Lord Stands Forever

Our Salvation and Noah’s Salvation

The House of Worship (not a physical structure!)

ATTENTION! “Hear, O Israel”

What “They” Say the Text Teaches

ATTENTION! “Hear, O Israel”

No Substitutes Please 1 Samuel 15:10-31.

The Biblical Explanation

Involves obedience to the will of God (1 John 3:10; Matt. 7:21)

Implications of “But I Say to You”

Seeking the Lost Eph 2:1-10; Jas 5:20 John 3:13-16, 36 Luke 19:5, 9

Presentation transcript:

Ephesians 6:13-17

God’s (S)Word Is Our PRIMARY WEAPON God’s Word is listed in a context of a battle armor (Eph. 6:13-18) God’s Word is listed in a context of a battle armor (Eph. 6:13-18) As Christians, we are at war against the devil and his evils (Eph. 6:10-13) As Christians, we are at war against the devil and his evils (Eph. 6:10-13) Our God-given, offensive weapon never grows dull (1 Pet. 1:25) Our God-given, offensive weapon never grows dull (1 Pet. 1:25)

God’s (S)Word Is to Be PERSONALLY WIELDED Command: “urgently take to ourselves” (Eph. 6:17) Command: “urgently take to ourselves” (Eph. 6:17) The sword must be wielded “offensively” The sword must be wielded “offensively” –To teach gospel to lost souls in the clutches of the devil (Rom. 6:17-18; Luke 4:18; Gal. 5:1) –To answer every question asked of our faith (1 Pet. 3:15) The sword must be wielded “defensively” The sword must be wielded “defensively” –To identify & overpower the wiles of the devil (2 Cor. 2:11) –To identify & overcome temptations (Matt. 4:1-11) –To identify & overthrow false doctrines (2 Tim. 4:1-4) Proper & skilled use requires diligent practice and personal effort (2 Tim. 2:15) Proper & skilled use requires diligent practice and personal effort (2 Tim. 2:15)

God’s (S)Word Does PENETRATING WORK It is sharper than any two-edged sword (Heb. 4:12) It is sharper than any two-edged sword (Heb. 4:12) It pierces one’s heart and penetrates deeply (Heb. 4:12) It pierces one’s heart and penetrates deeply (Heb. 4:12) –Can lead to godly sorrow, repentance & salvation (Ac. 2:37-41) –Can lead to resentment and condemnation (Acts 5:33; 7:54) It discerns one’s thoughts and intents (Heb. 4:12) It discerns one’s thoughts and intents (Heb. 4:12) –It thoroughly sifts out & analyzes the thoughts (Prov. 23:7), feelings (1 Pet. 1:22) and decisions (Rom. 6:17) of the heart, through the power of God who gave it (1 Chr. 28:9; Ps. 139:1-2) –It ought to be that by which we think, feel & decide! It divides families against each other (Matt. 10:21, 34-37) It divides families against each other (Matt. 10:21, 34-37) –It demands individual response, often separating loved ones

God’s (S)Word Will Save & Preserve Your Soul! Believe Jesus is God’s Son – Mark 16:16 Believe Jesus is God’s Son – Mark 16:16 Repent of sins and turn to God – Acts 2:38 Repent of sins and turn to God – Acts 2:38 Confess your faith in Jesus – Matthew 10:32-33 Confess your faith in Jesus – Matthew 10:32-33 Be immersed into Christ – Galatians 3:27 Be immersed into Christ – Galatians 3:27 –God will forgive you of all sins – Acts 22:16 –God will add you to His church – Acts 2:41-47 –God will register you in heaven – Hebrews 12:23 Serve the Lord faithfully – 1 Corinthians 15:58 Serve the Lord faithfully – 1 Corinthians 15:58