The Shield of Faith
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The Whole Armor of God
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. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 14 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. 16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one;
Ephesians 6:12-16 ESV
1 Peter 5:8 ESV - 8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.
1. The Necessity of Faith
Ephesians 6:16 ESV - 16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one;
2. The Definition of Faith
Romans 10:9 ESV - 9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Genesis 15:1 ESV - 1 After these things the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: "Fear not, Abram, I am your shield; your reward shall be very great."
Psalm 28:7 ESV - 7 The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.
Psalm 119:114 ESV - 114 You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.
3. The Outworking of Faith
Psalm 42:11 ESV - 11 Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.
Hebrews 11:1 ESV - 1 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
Ephesians 3:14-17 ESV - 14 For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, 16 that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith--that you, being rooted and grounded in love,
Psalm 18:30 ESV - This God--his way is perfect; the word of the LORD proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him.
1 Corinthians 10:13 ESV - 13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.