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August 1, 2010 -

"Family Matters:  Spiritual Battles in the Family (Part 2)

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Family Matters:  Spiritual Battles  (Part 2)
Mr. Miyagi’s Strategy for Spiritual Warfare
        Ephesians 6:10 -18 (p.830)          

Approaching the Battle

1. Preparation has begun
1. Put into practice what we already believe
2. “Be strong in the Lord” (v.10)
1. Recognize our vulnerability
2. In Jesus’ name there is power
3. Remember to stand firm  (James 4:7)
1. Submission to God plants our feet
2. Satan will flee
3. Stand together

The Armor of God

1. God supplies the armor
2. It fits
3. Belt of Truth (v.14)
1. Believe in the Truth
1. Jesus is the truth (John 14:16)
2. Truth about believers
1. Blessings in the heavenly realms (Eph. 1:3)
2. With Christ (Eph. 2:6)
3. Given grace (Eph. 2:5 – 7)
3. Live the truth
1. Integrity and sincerity in the home
4. Speak the truth
1. Sticky  situations are often the result of not speaking the truth
5. Create an environment of truth
1. Gives freedom
2. A place of security  and safety
6. Hold on to the truth and we will not be overcome by the darkness of Satan’s lies

1. Breastplate of Righteousness
1. Righteousness is given (Isaiah 59:17)
2. A call to holiness (1 Peter 5:14 – 16)
1. Obedience speaks to our loyalty and faithfulness to God
2. High standard of faithfulness
3. Righteousness is not an option
4. The Gospel of Peace (v.15)
5. Our families can be peacemakers (Matthew 5:9)
6. Peace in the family (Romans 12:18)
1. Presence of what is good

1. The Shield of Faith(vs. 16)
1. Dependence on God brings protection
2. Two ways this applies to the family
1. The arrows often come from within the family
2. There is strength in the family locking their shields together

1. The Helmet of Salvation (v.17)
1. Salvation changes everything
1. A new perspective on life
2. Deliverance for a life time
3. Salvation brings hope for our families
1. God can redeem families

1. The Sword of the Spirit (v.17)
1. Know its power and how to use it
2. Protects in times of temptation (Matthew 4:1-11)
3. Live by it (Psalm 119:11)

1. Cover each other with prayer (v.18)
1. It covers the whole armor and all the cracks
2. No one is exempt from spiritual warfare!
3. Prayer cannot be rejected

Our Families Can Survive Satan’s Attacks
                God’s armor is more than sufficient!
                Prepare for battle today!

Going Deeper

1. Read Ephesians 6:10 – 18.  What piece of the armor seems to be the weakest for you?  Ask for God’s help in that area.

1. Memorize the pieces of the armor and commit to putting on the armor of God.  Everyday this week put on the armor of God and pray for your family and others to be protected from Satan’s attacks.

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