Oakwood Community Church

“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.” Ephesians 6:12

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” Ephesians 6:10-11

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” Ephesians 6:10-11

How to be Strong in the Lord:
1. Know the Gospel
2. Believe the Gospel
3. Walk in the Gospel

2. Believe the Gospel
• In Christ, I am righteous, secure and filled with the Spirit

“Put on the breastplate of righteousness… take up the shield of faith… and take the helmet of salvation.” Ephesians 6:14-17

3. Walk in the Gospel
• In Christ, I have purpose and power to live

“And, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.” Ephesians 6:15

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might... Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.”
Ephesians 6:10,13