Season 3 Episode 10 Spiritual Warfare

Ephesians 6:10-23

1) Our struggle is not against flesh & blood but against rulers, against authorities, against powers of this dark world and against spiritual forces in the heavenly realms.

     A)  Endure hardship like a good solider.  Do not get entangled in earthly things but aim to please your commanding officer Jesus Christ (II Timothy 2:4-7 Mathew 6:19-24).

     B) Christians operate from a position of victory because of the finished work of Jesus Christ (I John 4:4 & Colossians 1:9-23).  

     C) Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Christians are called to engage in spiritual battle.  When you chose Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, you have aligned yourself against the Devil (Philippians 4:10-13).

2) Satan’s main goal is to divide and conquer and create isolationism.  Separation of Christian fellowship and daily communion with Jesus Christ is how the Devil achieves victory in the life of the believer.

     A) Satan is quick to recall past failures.  Past behaviors can be an indicator of future activity but that does not have to be for a Christian.  A Christian should become a new creation in Christ (II Corinthians 5:17-20).

     B) Only the Holy Spirit can change hearts and minds (Romans 12:1-2, Galatians 5:16-18, Romans 8:9-11).

     C) Evil is captivating and an idle mind can be easily led astray. Guard your imagination (eye gate & ear gate).  What kind of entertainment and conversations are you attracted to (Philippians 4:4-9)?

3)  The Word of God and prayer are the Christian’s offensive weapons.

     A) The Truth of God’s Word cuts through the confusion and the arguments of the Evil One (Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 119:105).

     B) It is never too late to start praying and it is always too early to quit praying.  Pray in the Spirit on all occasions. Pray without ceasing (I Thessalonians 5:16-18 & John 15:5).

     C) Prayer is more than a weapon. Prayer is how the Christian engages in warfare. Christian battles are won in the prayer closet (James 4:3).  

Discussion Question:

What makes it so difficult for Christians to pray daily & diligently as they should?