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Scripture References: Ephesians 6:10-20, 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Corinthians 14, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Proverbs 14:1, 2 Samuel 11-12, Genesis 4, Genesis 9, Genesis 12, Genesis 16, Genesis 27, Genesis 34, Genesis 37, 1 Kings 4, Colossians 3:1-4, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Nehemiah 4:10, Nehemiah 6:8, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 3, Acts 9

Intro:

• Acknowledgment of the previous sermon's theme: "The Church as Family."
• This sermon: "The Church as a Fighting Force."
• Emphasis on being "on mission" and "a people on the move."

Key Points:

• The Church as a Fighting Force:
  • Ephesians 6:10-20: The armor of God and the nature of spiritual warfare.
  • The battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces.
  • We are called to be strong in the Lord and to equip ourselves for battle.
• The Nature of Spiritual Warfare:
  • The enemy's tactics: deception, accusation, and division.
  • The importance of truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, the Word of God, and prayer.
• The Importance of Unity and Action:
  • 1 Corinthians 12: The church as one body with many parts, working together.
  • We are called to be united and support one another in the fight.
  • We are to be active participants, not passive observers.
• The Call to Courage:
  • We are called to be courageous in the face of opposition.
  • The need to resist fear and stand firm in our faith.
  • We are to be a church that is bold and unyielding in its mission.
• The Power of the Holy Spirit:
  • The Holy Spirit empowers us for battle.
  • We are to be filled with the Spirit and walk in His power.
  • The Spirit equips us to fight for our hearts, our families, our church, and our city.
• A Call to Action:
  • Put on the full armor of God.
  • Be a people of prayer and worship.
  • Stand firm in the face of opposition.
  • Fight for unity and resist division.
  • Be courageous and bold in your faith.
  • Remember that we are not alone in this fight; God is with us.
  • The church is a fighting force.

Conclusion:

• We are called to be a church that is actively engaged in spiritual warfare.
• We must be equipped, united, and courageous in our fight against the enemy.
• God is our strength and our victory is assured.

Call to Action:

• Prepare for the battle: put on the armor of God.
• Stand firm: resist the enemy's attacks.
• Fight for unity: support and encourage one another.
• Pray for strength and courage: be bold in your faith.
• Remember that God is with us: we are not alone in this fight.

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