Ephesians 6:10 (ESV) 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Ephesians 1:19–20 (ESV) 19 and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might 20 that he worked in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, Ephesians 6:12 (ESV) 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Colossians 2:15 (ESV) 15 He disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him. • The Belt of Truth: Anchor your Life John 8:32 (ESV) 32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Psalm 119:160(ESV) 160 The sum of your word is truth, and every one of your righteous rules endures forever. • The Breastplate of Righteousness: Guard Your Heart Romans 3:22 (ESV) 22 the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: 2 Corinthians 5:21 (ESV) 21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. We don’t stand on my performance; we stand on Christ’s finished work. Romans 8:1 (ESV) 8 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. • The Shoes of the Gospel of Peace: Stand with Stability Ephesians 6:15 (ESV) 15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. Romans 5:1 (ESV) 5 Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 4:7 (ESV) 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Romans 10:15 (ESV) 15 And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” 2 Corinthians 10:5 (ESV) 5 We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, Isaiah 41:10 (ESV) 10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. • The Helmet of Salvation: Protecting Your Mind Romans 12:2 (ESV) 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV) 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. Three Dimensions of Salvation You have been saved from the penalty of sin (Romans 8:1) You are being saved from the power of sin (1 Corinthians 1:18) You will be saved from the presence of sin (Romans 13:11) Isaiah 26:3 (ESV) 3 You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. • The Sword of the Spirit: Fighting Back with the Word Ephesians 6:17 (ESV) 17 and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, Psalm 119:11 (ESV) 11 I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. We cannot out-think the enemy, we must out-truth him. • Prayer: Stay Connected in the Fight Ephesians 6:18 (ESV) 18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, Matthew 26:41 (ESV) 41 Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”