Spiritual armament
Colossians 1:9~23 For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. (13~14)
Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #294 God Gave His Only Begotten Son (#416 in previous version)
For we are children of God who are inside of Christ, we can pray in the name of Christ when we are in a difficult situation. The name of Jesus Christ is a name of authority. For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the son He loves, we have nothing to worry about (Colossians 1:13). The forces of darkness attack us when we lose hold of the Gospel, worry, shake, fear, or do not enjoy the Gospel and hold on to other things.
1. The reason for and method of spiritual armament
For Satan attacks us until the day of the Lord’s second coming, we need to be spiritually armed. First, we must be armed with the Word. The core of the 66 books of the Bible is Jesus Christ and the mystery and power of Christ. Because the ones who are in Christ are bound to have victory, they must be armed with Christ from head to toe (Ephesians 6:10~20). Also, Satan attacks our thinking. That is why God tells us to cast all cares unto the Lord and pray. The Lord guards our heart and thoughts (Philippians 4:6~7).
2. Content of spiritual armament
The prayer given to know God’s will has amazing power. Also, the prayer given to enjoy God’s Word, covenant of Christ, and work of the Holy Spirit becomes spiritual strength. If you enjoy the mystery of Christ, you will see God’s will and be overflowing with thanksgiving. If you enjoy this blessing, God’s kingdom will come upon you wherever you go and doors of answers will be opened. From then on, you will gain the strength to move all things in Christ. The prayer to enjoy the mystery that is in Christ is spiritual armament.
3. Result of spiritual armament
From this point on, everywhere you go will become fields of answers. To Paul, prison was a missions field. Difficulties are opportunities to taste the power of God. The sick have nothing to worry about because they have met the opportunity to realize the filling of the Holy Spirit. When we face hardship, we must look big and far. Interpret today by looking at your entire life.
- Spiritual armament is correctly knowing and enjoying Christ. If you learn the correct prayer of enjoying Christ, you will have spiritual victory. Think of each and every word and meditate upon it.
Immanuel Church Sunday Worship 2nd Service / 2011. 8. 21