The Weapons for Standing Firm

<p>The Weapons for Standing Firm</p><p>Ephesians 6:14-17</p><p>Theme: <strong>Soldiers of Christ must use God’s weapons for standing firm.</strong></p><ol><li>The belt: the foundation of truth. (14; see also. Isaiah 11:5)</li><li>The breastplate: the protection of righteousness. (14; see also Isaiah 59:17; Acts 3:14; Romans 5:17; Ephesians 4:24; 2 Corinthians 5:21, 6:1-10)</li><li>The shoes: the preparation of the gospel of peace. (15; see also Isaiah 52:7; Romans 10:15)</li><li>The shield: the defense of faith. (16; see also Romans 12:3; 1 Peter 5:8-9; 1 John 5:4)</li><li>The helmet: the security in salvation. (17; see also Romans 8:1; Ephesians 2:1-10; Colossians 1:13)</li><li>The sword: the power in God’s Word. (17; see also Isaiah 11:4; Matthew 4:1-11; Hebrews 4:12; James 4:7)</li></ol><p><br></p>