Not only are we called to hear God’s word, but God’s word must be applied in our hearts. How does this happen? The application of the word in preaching is the work of the Holy Spirit. This article explains the relationship between the word and Spirit. 

Christians are called to put on the breastplate of righteousness as they are involved in spiritual warfare. What does it mean though, to put on the breastplate of righteousness? In this article the righteousness of Christ is shown to be our confidence in standing against the devil and before God.