Are you wondering why your life seems to be a tough path due to a constant struggle with evil? This article considers the reality that we have a dangerous enemy, the devil, who is constantly against us (Ephesians 6:12). The author also explains that the Scriptures tell us that our life is one of spiritual warfare, but the good news is that God equips us for it.
Christians are expected to put on the helmet of salvation for their engagement in spiritual warfare. What is the helmet of salvation and why is it important? The article explains from Ephesians 6:17.
For mission work to go well it must be linked to prayer, because in the Bible mission and prayer are related. This article looks at Ephesians 6:19-20 and Colossians 4:2-4 to show this relationship.
To what does the breastplate of righteousness in Ephesians 6:14 refer? This study includes a brief survey of Paul’s usage of spiritual armor in other epistles and an examination of the background of spiritual armor found in Isaiah. The author concludes that the breastplate is ethical, consisting of virtues that reflect Christ.
How do the Christian and the church stand in a hostile world? This article considers Paul's instructions to the Ephesian church in Ephesians 6, particularly the command to use the sword of the Spirit.
Honouring our parents is a lifelong duty. This article shows some ways we can apply Ephesians 6:1-3 as adult children. We are to be thankful for our parents, talk to them, ask for their advice, pray for them, encourage them, tell them the truth, and take care of them.
In this article, the author presents the Christian way as the only way. It presents the believer's life here on earth as militant, yet also victorious. The article has Ephesians 6:10 as one of its focal texts.
Can you as a parent be the reason why you had that angry response from your children? According to Ephesians 6:4 it is possible that you can provoke your children to anger through your parenting. The article explains in some detail.
Parents are commanded to not provoke their children to anger (Ephesians 6:4). Knowing what can provoke children to anger can help in obeying this command. Read these seven ways parents may unfairly provoke their children.
What should be the Christian attitude towards work? Ephesians 6:5-9 informs Christians that they make a statement about the gospel by what they do and how they behave in their workplace.
Christians are not only required to work, but they are also to work with goodwill, as we read from Ephesians 6:6-7. What does it mean? It means that if you are working for a business, you should want that business to succeed and do everything you can to make that happen. The article explains.
From Ephesians 6:1 children are commanded to obey their parents. This article gives three reasons for children's obedience to parents.
This article considers what it means to pray in the Spirit (Ephesians 6:18).
What is the function of the imperatives in Ephesians 6:10-18? Are they simply a call to personal piety? Reinhard argues that it is important to understand the larger message of this pericope that comes from its relationship to the rest of the letter. Individuals are empowered as members of the church to strive to become who they already are in Christ. Believers should recognize their place within the body of Christ.
How can parents obey Ephesians 6:4? Parenting that does not provoke children to anger is parenting that values authenticity, involvement, and humility.
This article is an exposition of Ephesians 6:14.
Many Christian fathers have the desire to obey Ephesians 6:4. However, putting it to practice may be a challenge. This article explains ways fathers can use in doing family devotion.
Christians are at war, and this war is of the most serious nature. Spiritual warfare is not with flesh and blood but against spiritual forces. Chapter 1 indicates where Christians find their strength in this battle. The author uses Ephesians 6:10-20 to indicate that all strength is to be found in the Lord Jesus Christ.
This article explores Ephesians 6:4 as a biblical directive for family worship. Fathers are to bring up their children "in the discipline and instruction of the Lord", and one way this is done is through family devotions. Fathers must discipline and instruct their children.
Ephesians 6:4 lays the foundation to Christian parenting. Exploring this text, the author of this article shows that the foundation to parenting lies in the guidance of the Lord Jesus Christ. He determines the extend of parenting and the obedience of children. This article discusses the respective roles of the father and mother.
Ephesians 6:4 lays the foundation to Christian parenting. Exploring this text, the author of this article shows that the foundation to parenting lies in the guidance of the Lord Jesus Christ. He determines the extend of parenting and the obedience of children. This article discusses the respective roles of the father and mother.
According to Ephesians 6:14, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare. This article discusses what it means to put on the breastplate of righteousness. The author discusses the righteousness we have in Christ and the holiness we must display as Christians.
According to Ephesians 6:11-14, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare. This article reminds Christians of the reality of this warfare by showing that we are faced by a real enemy, the devil, who is powerful, cunning and wicked. However, by the truth of God's word believers are able to stand against the devil.
According to Ephesians 6:15, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare. This article discusses what it means to have your feet ready with the gospel of peace. The author speaks of the readiness of the believer to defend or share God's word.
According to Ephesians 6:16, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare. This article discusses what it means to put on the shield of faith. The author discusses how the devil attacks Christians through doubts and fears, and how how by faith believers are able to overcome.
According to Ephesians 6:17, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare. This article discusses what it means to put on the helmet of salvation; that is, to hold firm to biblical doctrine and Christian hope.
According to Ephesians 6:17, the only offensive weapon Christians have in standing against the devil is the word of God. Therefore, not believing that God's word is infallible and inerrant weakens the church.
All our work should be done as work for Christ (Ephesians 6:8). We don't do it to please men. The result is that our first thought in all our work will be: How can I honor God in what I am doing?
