And pray in the Spirit… (Ephesians 6:18). Hey, Michael–what does it mean to pray “in the Spirit?” Look at you, going straight to the tough question. That’s why I like you. Beloved, I’ve wondered about this quite a little bit, … Continue reading
…and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. (Ephesians 6:17b) You know the power of words. You’ve felt it. Words can bruise, they can cut, they can crush, they can soothe, they can comfort, they can … Continue reading
Take the helmet of salvation…(Ephesians 6:17a) When I was a kid, you didn’t have to wear a helmet. Bicycle, motorcycle, pogo stick—you were free to ride with the wind in your hair and the bugs in your teeth. It was … Continue reading
In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. (Ephesians 6:16) I don’t want to be struck with a flaming arrow. No, not even one. … Continue reading
…and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. (Ephesians 6:15c). You know how you get when you’re on your feet all day. Tired, sore, cranky—if you don’t have decent shoes, it’s even worse. … Continue reading
…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