The Apostle Paul commands that in addition to the other pieces of armor to put on, we are to cover all this with the shield of faith.  Elder Chris points out that the previous types of armor are things we should always have.  In other words it is wise for these to always be on…(Read More)

The Apostle Paul writes that we are to have our feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace.  At the time, the foot armor would cover the feet all the way up to the knee.  Elder Chris looks at the importance of feet in the Bible and goes on to say that as…(Read More)

The Apostle Paul writes that after we have put our minds and emotions in the right place, we are to put on the breastplate of righteousness.  Satan will attack us by pointing out our faults and failures.  But regardless of where we fall short, we can rest in knowing that it will not keep us…(Read More)

The Apostle Paul writes to take on the whole armor of God. We are to keep looking to Jesus Christ who is our strength. After putting on the armor, we are to stand.  Elder Chris expands on what we are to stand in: the truths of the Gospel, faith and the strength of the Lord…(Read More)

Elder Chris reminds us that prior to putting on the armor of God, we are to recognize that we need the strength of the Lord.  He will bless with the power of His might during our spiritual warfare.  The Apostle Paul looked upon a Roman soldier with armor from head to foot and began to…(Read More)

The Apostle Paul begins to wrap up his epistle to the Ephesians and writes “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.”  He lets the church know there is a warfare to be fought, power to do it with and instruments the Lord has given us to prepare…(Read More)