Scripture References: Ephesians 6:10-20, 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Corinthians 14, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Proverbs 14:1, 2 Samuel 11-12, Genesis 4, Genesis 9, Genesis 12, Genesis 16, Genesis 27, Genesis 34, Genesis 37, 1 Kings 4, Colossians 3:1-4, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Nehemiah 4:10, Nehemiah 6:8, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 3, Acts 9
Intro:
- Acknowledgment of the previous sermon's theme: "The Church as Family."
- This sermon: "The Church as a Fighting Force."
- Emphasis on being "on mission" and "a people on the move."
Key Points:
- The Church as a Fighting Force:
- Ephesians 6:10-20: The armor of God and the nature of spiritual warfare.
- The battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces.
- We are called to be strong in the Lord and to equip ourselves for battle.
- The Nature of Spiritual Warfare:
- The enemy's tactics: deception, accusation, and division.
- The importance of truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, the Word of God, and prayer.
- The Importance of Unity and Action:
- 1 Corinthians 12: The church as one body with many parts, working together.
- We are called to be united and support one another in the fight.
- We are to be active participants, not passive observers.
- The Call to Courage:
- We are called to be courageous in the face of opposition.
- The need to resist fear and stand firm in our faith.
- We are to be a church that is bold and unyielding in its mission.
- The Power of the Holy Spirit:
- The Holy Spirit empowers us for battle.
- We are to be filled with the Spirit and walk in His power.
- The Spirit equips us to fight for our hearts, our families, our church, and our city.
- A Call to Action:
- Put on the full armor of God.
- Be a people of prayer and worship.
- Stand firm in the face of opposition.
- Fight for unity and resist division.
- Be courageous and bold in your faith.
- Remember that we are not alone in this fight; God is with us.
- The church is a fighting force.
Conclusion:
- We are called to be a church that is actively engaged in spiritual warfare.
- We must be equipped, united, and courageous in our fight against the enemy.
- God is our strength and our victory is assured.
Call to Action:
- Prepare for the battle: put on the armor of God.
- Stand firm: resist the enemy's attacks.
- Fight for unity: support and encourage one another.
- Pray for strength and courage: be bold in your faith.
- Remember that God is with us: we are not alone in this fight.
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