Updated
Feb 17, 2024 2:49 PM
Tags
Satan
Bible References
2 Corinthians 12:7-10; Ephesians 4:25-27; Ephesians 6:10-18
Status
In progress
This page is under construction
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- 2 Corinthians 12:7-10: Strength in Weakness
- Ephesians 4:25-27: Falsehood & Anger
- Ephesians 6:10-13: Systems of Power
- Ephesians 6:14-18: The Armor of God
- The Belt of Truth
- The Breastplate of Righteousness
- The Gospel of Peace
- The Shield of Faith
- The Helmet of Salvation
- The Sword of the Spirit
- References and Footnotes
- Other Pages to View
This page was originally posted on my Blogger version of the blog on October 31, 2020
The content below has a few minor tweaks for clarity, and additional references, and some updated information.
Introduction
This is a continuation of a study I'm doing on "Dealing with the Devil," based on a 30 day scripture plan I found by The Ruffled Mango.
In this post, I'm covering days 15 through 18—we're going to look at:
2 Corinthians 12:7-10: Strength in Weakness
Ephesians 4:25-27: Falsehood & Anger
Ephesians 6:10-13: Systems of Power
Ephesians 6:14-18: The Armor of God
The Belt of Truth
- A belt holds the rest of the armor together
- Modern day, the belt holds up our pants
- For emergency personnel or combat soldiers, the belt would be the central access point for tools (radio, gun, etc.)
- Like the belt, truth is our foundation
- Truth helps us discern things of God from deceptions of the devil
- Applications:
- Study the Word
- Decorate spaces with scripture
- Memorize scripture
The Breastplate of Righteousness
- The breastplate protects our vital organs (heart, lungs, etc.)
- Righteousness = acting in accordance to God's moral law[2]
- God's law actually protects us:
- Behavior protects and strengths our horizontal relationships
- Diet protects our health and gives us strength
- Sabbath protects us mentally and gives us rest
- Applications:
- Obedience
- Pray to overcome sin
- Accountability Partners
The Gospel of Peace
- Footwear gives you endurance for the journey
- Footwear should be specific to the situation
- Applications:
- Security in God
- Faith in His abilities
- Do not be quarrelsome or work to divide the body
The Shield of Faith
- Shields protect you from attacks
- Our faith must be rock solid so that the attack cannot penetrate
- A shield covers us just like the blood of Christ covers us
- Applications:
- Share your testimony
- Listen to others' testimonies
- Pray for faith (Mark 9:23-24)
The Helmet of Salvation
- Helmets protect the head (mind/consciousness)
- Spiritual battles are often mental
- Applications:
- Control what influences you
- Romans 12:2
- Philippians 4:8
The Sword of the Spirit
- Sword allows us to attack! (The only piece of the armor that does so)
- Represents the Word of God (Hebrews 4:12)
- Applications:
- Lean of the Word
- Use the Word instead of your own words
References and Footnotes
- "June Scripture Writing Plan". The Ruffled Mango; visited October 4, 2020
- "Righteousness". Merriam Webster; visited October 31, 2020
- "Anger". Merriam Webster; visited October 31, 2020
Other Pages to View
Daniel 2: Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream
DanielChapter StudyBabylonNebuchadnezzarProphecyPersiaRomePapal RomeDreams and Visions
Dealing with the Devil (Pt. 3)
SatanWitchcraftPaulActs1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansRomansRepentance and Forgiveness
1 Chronicles 27-29: The Last Days of David
1 ChroniclesChapter StudyWealthTempleDavidSolomonSacrifice
1 Chronicles 22: David Prepares Solomon to Build the Temple
1 ChroniclesChapter StudyDavidSolomonTemple
1 Chronicles 13, 15-16: The Ark Comes Back to Jerusalem
1 ChroniclesChapter StudyMusicDavidTemple Furnishings
2 Kings 21-23: Manasseh & Josiah
2 KingsChapter StudyEgyptAhaziah/JehoahazEliakim/JehoiakimJosiahManassehLaw
2 Kings 13-15: Elisha’s Death + 8 Kings of Israel
2 KingsChapter StudyMoabSyriaElishaAhaziah/JehoahazDeathAssyriaCaptivity
1 Kings 22: Jehoshaphat Makes Peace
1 KingsChapter StudyJehoshaphatAhaziah/JehoahazSyriaIdolatryAhabElijah
1 Kings 17-19: Elijah, Ahab, and Jezebel
1 KingsChapter StudyElijahJezebelAhabElishaIdolatryMiraclesMental HealthSyriaResurrection
1 Kings 12: The Division of Israel
1 KingsChapter StudyLeadershipIdolatryRehoboamJeroboamDivision of Israel
Psalms 11-20
Chapter StudyPsalmsBook 1DeathPovertyMessianic ProphecyJobJosephAbrahamMosesPatiencePeace
Proverbs 10-22: More of Solomon’s Wisdom
ProverbsChapter StudyPrideWisdomAngerRepentance and ForgivenessWomenJusticeLyingCommandmentsRelationshipsMoney
Proverbs 1-9: Exhortations and Warnings
ProverbsChapter StudySolomonWisdomSymbolismAdulteryWomenPeace
Joshua 18-19: Dividing the Land (Benjamin, Simeon, Zebulun, Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, Dan)
JoshuaChapter StudyTempleBenjaminSimeonZebulunIssacharAsherNaphtaliDanProphecy
Joshua 16-17: Dividing the Land (Ephraim and Manasseh)
JoshuaChapter StudyEphraimManassehJosephNephilim and Giants
Joshua 13: Dividing the Land (Gad, Rueben, and Manasseh)
JoshuaChapter StudyAmmonGadManassehRuebenCanaanGenealogySyria
Joshua 10-11: The Southern & Northern Campaigns
JoshuaChapter StudyNephilim and GiantsPhilistineGoliath
Joshua 3-4: Crossing the Jordan River
JoshuaChapter StudyTemple FurnishingsJoshua (person)WaterBaptism
2 Chronicles 36: Captivity of Judah
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyBabylonCaptivityNebuchadnezzarEliakim/JehoiakimAhaziah/JehoahazZedekiah
2 Kings 16-17: The Northern Kingdom Captured
2 KingsChapter StudyAhazAssyriaCaptivitySamariaTempleSyriaHosheaIdolatry
2 Chronicles 33: Manasseh & Amon
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyAmonManassehJosiahJudahFalse Deities and ProphetsRepentance and Forgiveness
2 Chronicles 29-32: Hezekiah
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyHezekiahMusicPassoverDeathIsaiah the prophetAssyriaLevi
2 Chronicles 28: Ahaz
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyOdedFalse Deities and ProphetsSyriaAssyriaDivision of IsraelEdomPhilistineAhazJotham
2 Chronicles 22: Ahaziah and Athaliah
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyWomenAthaliahAhaziah/JehoahazJehoramMurderSyria
2 Chronicles 21: Jehoram
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyJehoramPlaguesDeathEdomElijahAhabFalse Deities and ProphetsMurder
2 Chronicles 17-20: Jehoshaphat
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyAmmonMoabJehoshaphatDivision of IsraelReconciliation
2 Chronicles 10-12: Rehoboam & The Division of Israel
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyRehoboamSolomonJeroboamEgyptAaronDivision of Israel
2 Chronicles 1-7: Solomon Builds the Temple
2 ChroniclesChapter StudyTempleTemple FurnishingsSolomonEgyptTyre
Song of Solomon 5-7: The Second Night of Separation
Song of SolomonChapter StudyRelationshipsSymbolismMetaphorLoveProphecyMessianic Prophecy
Song of Solomon 1-2: The Love Story Begins
Song of SolomonChapter StudyRelationshipsSolomonRacismPatience
Isaiah 59-66: The Program of Peace
IsaiahChapter StudyNew JerusalemFalse Deities and ProphetsMessianic ProphecyProphecyClean and Unclean
Isaiah 40-48: The Purpose of Peace
IsaiahChapter StudyPeaceHyperboleMessianic ProphecyPovertyBabylonFalse Deities and ProphetsAbraham
Isaiah 29-33: Woe to the Unbeliever
IsaiahChapter StudyProphecyJudgementPovertyWomenMessianic Prophecy
Isaiah 28: Don’t Drink and Preach
IsaiahChapter StudyDeathSalvationRepentance and ForgivenessProphecyDrunkenness
Isaiah 11: The Lion and the Lamb
IsaiahChapter StudyGenealogyProphecyMessiahNew JerusalemAnimalsFood and Diet
Isaiah 8: Concluding the Message to Ahaz
IsaiahChapter StudyWaterSigns Seals and MarksProphecyWitchcraftSymbolism
Isaiah 7: Born of a Virgin
IsaiahChapter StudyMessianic ProphecyMary & JosephMatthewLukeMiracle Birth
Isaiah 9: Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace
IsaiahChapter StudyEphraimManassehMessianic ProphecySatanJudgementRepentance and Forgiveness
Isaiah 5: The 6 Woes
IsaiahChapter StudyMetaphorParableJudgementMoneyFalse Deities and ProphetsProphecy
Isaiah 3: Judgment of Israel (Pt. 2)
IsaiahChapter StudyFalse Deities and ProphetsWomenProphecyJudgement
Isaiah 1: Judgment for Israel is Coming
IsaiahChapter StudyCaptivityRepentance and ForgivenessJudgement
Numbers 22-24: Balak, Balaam, and the Talking Donkey
NumbersChapter StudyMoabAnimalsMessianic ProphecyProphecyFalse Deities and Prophets
Numbers 10-12: From Sinai to Paran
NumbersChapter StudyMosesAaronMiriamEthiopiaRelationshipsFood and Diet
1 Samuel 25: Samuel’s Death and David’s Wives
1 SamuelChapter StudyAbigailRelationshipsWomenDavidSamuelMichal
1 Samuel 18-27: Saul Tries to Kill David
1 SamuelChapter StudyJonathanRelationshipsSaulDavidPhilistineMurderMichal
1 Samuel 4-7: The Ark of the Covenant
1 SamuelChapter StudyPlaguesBenjaminPhilistineFalse Deities and ProphetsTemple Furnishings
Deuteronomy 5-26: The Second Address (Part 3)
DeuteronomyChapter StudyTithesRelationshipsServants and SlavesSexual AssaultWomenCommandments
Deuteronomy 5-26: The Second Address (Part 1)
DeuteronomyChapter StudyCommandmentsLawIsraelLeviFalse Deities and ProphetsCovenant
Deuteronomy 1-4: The First Address
DeuteronomyChapter StudyMoabAmmonFalse Deities and ProphetsCommandmentsMosesRepentance and ForgivenessJoshua (person)
Deuteronomy 5-26: The Second Address (Part 2)
DeuteronomyChapter StudyFalse Deities and ProphetsLeviPriesthoodIsraelJusticeJudgementTithesClean and Unclean
Leviticus 24-25: Expectations & Appropriate Behavior
LeviticusChapter StudyFeasts & Holy DaysBlasphemyLawServants and SlavesTemple
Leviticus 19-20: Righteousness
LeviticusChapter StudyAppearanceCommandmentsLawSacrificeAdulteryWitchcraftFood and DietFeasts & Holy DaysJustice
Leviticus 23: Feasts & Holy Days
LeviticusChapter StudyFeasts & Holy DaysPassoverDay of AtonementTabernaclesPentecost
Nehemiah 7-11: Restoration of Jerusalem
NehemiahChapter StudyTithesGenealogyRepentance and ForgivenessSalvationFeasts & Holy Days
Leviticus 17-18: Immorality
LeviticusChapter StudySacrificeFalse Deities and ProphetsSexual Imorality
Numbers 6: The Nazarite Vow
NumbersChapter StudySamsonJohn the BaptistOaths and VowsSamuelFastingClean and UncleanPaul
Judges 17-18: Micah and the Tribe of Dan
JudgesChapter StudyDanMoneyLeviFalse Deities and ProphetsTheft
Judges 3: Othniel and Ehud
JudgesChapter StudyCanaanFalse Deities and ProphetsRelationshipsCaptivityBenjaminMoabAmalakites
2 Samuel 21-24: Contradictions on David's Final Days?
2 SamuelChapter StudyDavidSaulDoctrinePhilistine
2 Samuel 13-19: Absalom’s Coup
Chapter Study2 SamuelDavidRelationshipsTamarWomenSexual ImoralitySexual AssaultRepentance and Forgiveness
Deuteronomy 28: The Curse of Israel & The Black Israelite Theory
DeuteronomyChapter StudyRacismIsraelGenealogy
Acts 15: Disagreements in the Church
ActsChapter StudyPaulPeterLeadershipCommandmentsSalvationCircumcisionRepentance and Forgiveness
Acts 13-14: The First Missionary Journey of Paul
ActsChapter StudyLeadershipThe ChurchPaulGenealogyDiscipleship
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