…with the breastplate of righteousness in place, (Eph. 6:14b) The breastplate is essential protective gear. Cops wear a Kevlar vest. Baseball catchers wear a chest protector. Even Batman has anatomically correct upper body armor. Why is it so important to … Continue reading
Stand firm, then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist…(Ephesians 6:14a) If it isn’t true… If God did not send his only begotten son to Earth…if Jesus did not die for our sins…if he did not rise from … Continue reading
Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. (Ephesians 6:13) Words that intrigue me in this … Continue reading
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. (Ephesians 6:12) Ever have that nightmare … Continue reading
Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. (Ephesians 6:11). Many moons ago, my kids got invited to go quadding with some family and friends. Their uncle, who was in … Continue reading
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power (Ephesians 6:10). How many pushups can you do? How fast can you run? How far can you throw some large, heavy thing that needs throwing? Doesn’t matter. It’s not … Continue reading
And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him (Ephesians 6:9). You know how … Continue reading
Obey them, not only to win their favor when their eye is on you, but like slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men, because you … Continue reading
Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ (Ephesians 6:5). I’ve never been a slave. I’m gonna figure you haven’t been either. So…kinda hard to identify with this … Continue reading
Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4). I teach middle school. You’re welcome. In the era of COVID, I’ve been in a lot of how-do-we-get-back-to-school teacher meetings, … Continue reading