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The Summer of the Spirit: Part 8, Spiritual Warfare
Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13, 1 Peter 5:6-10, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Genesis 1:27, Revelation 12:12, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Ephesians 5:8-10, Matthew 18, Romans 12:17-21
Intro:
- Steve Whitmer is introduced as the speaker.
- The sermon addresses the timely topic of spiritual warfare.
- Emphasis on practical application.
The Reality of Spiritual Warfare:
- Spiritual warfare is for every believer.
- Prayer is a form of spiritual warfare.
- 2 Corinthians 6:10-13: We wrestle against spiritual forces, not flesh and blood.
- 1 Peter 5:6-9: Contrast between God's grace and the adversary's intent to devour.
- Satan prowls like a roaring lion (1 Peter 5:8).
- Satan's goal: To render us ineffective or unfruitful.
Our Responsibilities:
- Be self-controlled and alert:
- Don't provide the adversary with access or opportunity.
- Avoid emotional responses to Satan's triggers.
- Resist him:
- Stand firm in faith.
- Know the authority we have in Christ.
- Satan is an opportunist who uses camouflage (2 Corinthians 2:11).
Why Are We Targeted?
- We are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27).
- Satan hates God.
- We become weapons in God’s hand.
- Satan knows his time is short (Revelation 12:12).
Waging Warfare:
- The battlefield is mostly in our minds (2 Corinthians 10:3-5).
- Take every thought captive.
- Tactics:
- Worship (Psalm 59:1, 16-17).
- Pray (Ephesians 6:18).
- Forgive (Matthew 18).
- Choose to bless (Romans 12:17-21).
- Confess (Ephesians 5:8-10).
- Remind ourselves of God's character.
- Step out in generosity.
- Nehemiah: Rebuilding and warfare.
- Step up, step out, step into your call.
Conclusion:
- A call to action: Rebuild, resist, and engage in spiritual warfare.
- Encouragement to stand firm, resist the enemy, and trust in God's power.
- Prayer for strength, courage, and victory in the battle.
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