Saturday, 10 November 2012

“Arming” for Victory


If you had to write a similar text using modern weapons of attack or defence, how would we describe the implements of Christian warfare today? 

The Need for Arming Personally
  1. Why can we not manufacture our own armour to fight Satan?  Can psychology / counselling help us?  
  2. In what ways do we fight the devil as an army? As an individual?


Girdle of Truth, Breastplate of Righteousness
  1. How does the girdle of “truth”protect us?  How does deceit leave us vulnerable?
  2. Is there any difference between the robe of Christ’s righteousness and the “breastplate” of righteousness?

Preparation and the Shield of Faith
  1. Doesn’t “faith” seem like a flimsy shield?  What kind of protection can that provide?
  2. What types of arrows is Satan firing at us?

Helmet and Sword
  1. How do we choose to put on a “helmet” of salvation?  Can we choose a gift?
  2. Is the “Word of God as our “Sword” to be used in defence, or in attack?

Praying Always
  1. How can one pray without ceasing when there is so much to do during the day that needs our full concentration?
  2. How are the prayers of others for us limited in benefit?