April 1, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:17b, Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

Explain the Parable of the Sower in terms of spiritual warfare and what was taking place.

What does this teach you about Satan’s view of God’s word? Why is this important to understand?

What are the implications of this parable when it comes to you studying God’s word?

March 31, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:17b, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Explain why the Bible is more than a history book or ancient document of wisdom literature.

How would you respond to someone who says the Bible is just a book written by men?

What has been your experience with being impacted by the Bible? Describe two examples.

March 30, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:17b, Genesis 1:3, Psalm 33:6, John 1:1, 14, Revelation 19:15-16

How do words reveal the personality of an individual? Explain John 1:1 & 14 in terms of this truth. 

Based on today’s reading, what did you learn about the strength and power of God’s word?

How does this elevate your view of the Bible? How will this help you in spiritual warfare?

March 28, 2020

Read: Ephesians 6:17a, Matthew 4:1-11

Explain how Satan used doubt and discouragement to attack Jesus and tempt Him away from God.

How did Jesus provide an example of what it means to take the helmet of salvation against Satan?

What has been your experience with doubt and discouragement? What is God teaching you about you?

March 27, 2020

Read: Ephesians 2:1-10, 6:17a

Explain the three aspects of salvation. (i.e. justification, sanctification, glorification)

Why is salvation the central issue for Christianity? How can this get overlooked or replaced today?

How does salvation relate to a helmet of protection? Why is this important for spiritual warfare?

March 26, 2020

Read: Ephesians 6:17a, 1 Corinthians 15:19, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, 5:6-8

In what way did Paul take the helmet of salvation for his own life? How did it help him?

How often do you think about being saved? Why? How would an eternal perspective help protect you?

Knowing that a spiritual helmet is about your thought life, how can you take the helmet of salvation today?

March 25, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:17a, Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-6

What do you notice about Satan’s tactics and approach to tempt Eve away from God? (Hint: perspective)

In what way have you seen Satan use the same approach today?  Give examples.

How do you struggle with your thought life? How does today’s devotion help? How will you adjust?

March 24, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:17a, Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 10:5

What can happen when you are not intentional about protecting your thought life?  Give examples.

How does Paul help the Philippians with their thought life? What does he promise will happen?

In what way will the enemy try to minimize the importance of this truth? How can you protect yourself?

March 23, 2020

Read: Ephesians 6:17a, Isaiah 59:15-17

Explain why God would need a helmet to correct the sinful behavior of Israel.

How does this picture of God’s helmet relate to Paul’s helmet discussion on spiritual warfare?

What is being implied about perspective through life and what we think about? Why is this important?

March 21, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:16, Hebrews 11:1-40

Why is a shield of faith more than just a viewpoint or perspective? What else is required?

In what way do you see the enemy disarming or distracting Christians today when it comes to faith?

List specific examples of faith from Hebrews 11.  How is your shield of faith? Why? What will you do?

March 20, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:16, 2 Timothy 1:7, 2:3-4

Explain the importance of a shield to a Roman guard. (i.e. protection against flaming darts)

How does Paul equate Christian faith to a Roman shield? What is being implied for spiritual protection?

What does fear reveal about faith? What does this reveal to you? How will you take steps of growth?

March 19, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 1:13, 15-19, 2:8-9, 3:12, 4:11-13, Hebrews 11:6

How would you describe “faith” based on Paul’s discussion throughout Ephesians?

Explain how Christian faith is different than a worldly faith. (Hint: where it is placed)

In what way is a Christian’s faith continually growing? How does this relate to spiritual protection?

March 18, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:15, Acts 2:22-41, 21:37-22:21

In what way is spiritual footwear different than the other pieces of spiritual armor? (Hint: informational)

How did Peter and Paul model the truth of Ephesians 6:15? Be specific. Why would this have been a battle?

What battles do you currently face regarding this truth? What steps will you take to be more prepared?

March 17, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:15, Romans 10:13-15, Acts 5:42

Describe what you know about a Roman soldier’s footwear based on Sunday’s message.

What is being implied when Paul relates the Gospel of peace to a soldier’s footwear? (Hint: daily life)

How can Christians compartmentalize Jesus? What is at risk? In what way can you avoid this trap?

March 16, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 2:14-17, 6:15

How would you describe “peace” from Paul’s discussion throughout Ephesians?  Be specific.

How does this relate to “the Gospel of peace”?  Why will this provide spiritual protection?

In what way is Christianity facing both an informational battle and a spiritual battle?  How is this your battle?

March 14, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 4:22-32, 6:14, Romans 6:13-23, 1 John 3:4-10

Why is it important to see sin as being more than wrong behavior? (i.e. spiritual warfare)

In what way have you minimized or overlooked the spiritual battle you face every day?

How has this week’s study helped you? What specific changes have you made in order to protect yourself?

March 13, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:14b, Philippians 3:7-9, 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

What is the difference between God’s righteousness (imputed) and man’s righteousness (obedience)?

How does this relate to salvation and sanctification? Why are both truths important to understand?

What kind of righteousness is implied in Ephesians 6:14b? How can you step into this truth? (i.e. “put it on”)

March 12, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:14b, 1 Samuel 17:4-7, Isaiah 59:14-17, Proverbs 15:1, 4, Matthew 5:33

Describe Goliath’s coat of armor. How important was this type of armor for a soldier’s defense?

What is Paul highlighting when it comes to godly obedience in the Christian life? (i.e. protection)

How does this relate to your response to Satan’s arrows? (i.e. slander, disrespect, etc.) Be specific.

March 11, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:14a, Exodus 20:16, Psalm 51:5-6

Why is lying a big deal to God? How big of a deal is lying to you? Why?

In what way can dishonesty start with lying to oneself? Give an example.

Take time and pray using Psalm 51 to guide you. Journal ways God wants you to be more honest.

March 10, 2020

Read: Ephesians 6:14a, John 8:31-47, Revelation 22:14-15

How does lying and deception relate to Satan and how he works? Why is this critical to recognize?

How do you think lying has been rationalized today? What does this tell you about spiritual warfare?

In what ways are you tempted to be dishonest? Why? What specific steps can you take this week to change?

March 9, 2020

Read: Ephesians 1:13, 4:15, 21, 24-25, 5:8-9, 6:13-14a

Describe the various ways Paul used “truth” throughout Ephesians. Do you notice a theme? Explain.

How would you distinguish between God as being “the” truth and a general attitude of truthfulness?

Based on the context of Ephesians 6:14a, what kind of truth is Paul talking about? Why is this important?

March 7, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:12, Matthew 4:1-11

Explain three ways Satan tried to tempt Jesus away from trusting God. What tactic did he use?

List three areas of your life where you can be tempted away from the Lord. What is the common theme?

What does this teach you about the enemy, spiritual warfare, and spiritual protection for yourself?

March 6, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:12, Matthew 16:13-17, 21-23, 26:31-35, 69-75, 1 Corinthians 10:12

What important truth did Peter fail to understand when it came to his ability to follow the Lord?

In what way does spiritual warfare relate to his struggle? How does this highlight the truth of Ephesians 6:12?

Describe a struggle you are currently facing and the impact it has on your spiritual life. What are you learning?

March 5, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:12, 1 Timothy 4:1-8

Explain how Paul’s warning to Timothy is the same as his warning to the Ephesians.

Describe two ways you have seen the enemy camouflage his work both inside and outside the church.

What can happen if this truth is overlooked or misunderstood? How has this challenged your perspective?

March 4, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 2:1-2, 6:11, 1 John 5:18-21, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 11:13-15

When you think of the Devil or Satan, what usually comes to mind? How is Satan described today?

How is this different than the way the Bible describes Satan? List three descriptions from today’s Read: ing.

Why do you think Christians rarely talk about Satan? In what way can this be spiritually dangerous?

March 3, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:10-11, John 15:1-10

What general principle was Jesus teaching His disciples by describing a vine and a branch?

Why do you think this was important for them to hear? What would have been their option?

How does this relate to the way we are to battle the enemy? (i.e. the Devil)  Be specific.

March 2, 2020

Read:  Ephesians 6:10, 3:16, Galatians 3:1-5, Philippians 4:13, 2 Corinthians 12:7-12

Describe the two balancing truths that are required for spiritual growth and protection.

In what way can imbalance take place? Give a personal example. What was the spiritual result?

Why is this important when it comes to spiritual warfare? Explain the potential dangers.