(Ephesians 6:10-13 NLT) A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God's armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.Therefore, put on every piece of God's armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm.

(Ephesians 6:17 NLT) Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

(Hebrews 4:12 NLT) For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, ...

√ God's Word is a OFFENSIVE weapon.

(Revelation 1:16 NLT) He held seven stars in his right hand, and a sharp two-edged sword came from his mouth. ...

Graphe – refers literally to the actual ink on the page. It’s the words, paper, and binding that make up book itself.

Logos – refers to the meaning of the Bible. It’s the explanation, understanding, and application of the BOOK by the hearer.

Rhema – Word of God as it is illuminated by the Holy Spirit. It speaks to us individually. Giving us personal individual direction, guidance, and confirmation

(Hebrews 4:12 NLT) For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.

(John 6:63 NLT) The Spirit alone gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.

(John 6:63 MSG) ... Every word I’ve spoken to you is a Spirit-word, and so it is life-making....

(Matthew 4:4 NLT) But Jesus told him, "No! The Scriptures say, 'People do not live by bread alone, ||| but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.'"

√ God gives us the ABILITY to SPEAK LIFE.

(Jeremiah 1:9-10 NLT) Then the LORD reached out and touched my mouth and said, "Look, I have put my words in your mouth! Today I appoint you to stand up against nations and kingdoms. Some you must uproot and tear down, destroy and overthrow. Others you must build up and plant."

(Proverbs 18:21 NIV) The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

√ We have the SAME AUTHORITY.

(Revelation 2:28 NLT) They will have the same authority I received from my Father...

(Luke 10:19 NLT) Look, I have given you authority over all the power of the enemy, and you

(Psalm 91:1 NLT) Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.

(Psalm 91:2 NLT) This I declare about the LORD: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him.

(Psalm 91:3 NLT) For he will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease.

(Psalm 91:4 NLT) He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection.

(Psalm 91:5 NLT) Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day.

(Psalm 91:6 NLT) Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday.

(Psalm 91:7 NLT) Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you.

(Psalm 91:8 NLT) Just open your eyes, and see how the wicked are punished.

(Psalm 91:9 NLT) If you make the LORD your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter,

(Psalm 91:10 NLT) no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home.

(Psalm 91:11 NLT) For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go.

(Psalm 91:12 NLT) They will hold you up with their hands so you won't even hurt your foot on a stone.

(Psalm 91:13 NLT) You will trample upon lions and cobras; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet!

(Psalm 91:14 NLT) The LORD says, "I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name.

(Psalm 91:15 NLT) When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them.

(Psalm 91:16 NLT) I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation."