Putting on the Armor Part 3: Feet Sandaled with the Gospel of Peace
Standing ready for the battle.
Feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace.
Getting ready: Standing on the defensive, anchor down our feet as we take our position for the battle and hold it.
Resist temptation when the enemy seeks to lead you into sin.
Stay faithful even when the battle rages.
Refuse to compromise biblical truth.
Keep your eyes on God in spite of distractions.
March forward in faith at any given moment.
(No armor exists for the back)
Getting ready: Moving out on the offensive. (Ephesians 2:4)
Our relationship with God.
Apart from Christ, we are at war with God. (Colossians 1:13)
There is no gospel of peace apart from Jesus. (Ephesians 2:14-17)
Peace with God is not only positional but also practical.
(Luke 22:54-60)
Only genuine confession & repentance followed by God’s forgiveness will restore the peace. (1 John 1:9)
Our peace with God is unexplainable. (Philippians 4:7)
Our relationship with others.
Relationship & unity matters. (John 17:20-23)
Forgiveness matters. (Matthew 5:23-24)(Matthew 6: 14-15)
Getting ready to tell the story.
Make sure you are wearing the full armor of God.
Getting others to pray for you.
Ask God to restore your fire for evangelism.
Telling the story:
Be prepared to tell your story.
Be alert to opportunities to tell others about Christ.
Complete your church’s training to share the Gospel.