Enlisted in Heaven’s Army: Mobilized for Battle, Empowered for Victory - Pt. 5 - Our Defenses

This powerful message unveils the spiritual armor God has provided for us as soldiers in His army, drawing from Ephesians 6:10-17. We discover that being a Christian isn't passive—we're enlisted in a spiritual battle whether we acknowledge it or not. The sermon walks us through each piece of armor with vivid imagery: the belt of truth that holds everything together and strengthens our core, the breastplate of righteousness protecting our vital organs, the shoes of the gospel giving us firm footing like cleated sandals that won't slip, the shield of faith that blocks every fiery dart, and the helmet of salvation guarding our minds from accusation and doubt. What's striking is the emphasis on our active participation—God provides the armor, but we must intentionally put it on each day. This isn't automatic; it requires deliberate action. We gird ourselves with Scripture, wrap truth around us like a stabilizing belt, and stand firm on the foundation of Christ. The message challenges us to examine whether we've left pieces of armor off, making ourselves vulnerable to enemy attacks. When we feel beaten down or defenseless, it's often because we've neglected to fully equip ourselves with what God has already supplied.