Ephesians 6:10-17 "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual [hosts] of wickedness in the heavenly [places.] 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. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God."

Far too often, we go throughout the day fretting and trying to implement our own plans not realizing that we are a soldier in a much bigger war. The stakes are much higher than that of a new phone, saving up for a new car, or socking away thousands of dollars for retirement. The stakes are eternity. Just like in battle, the fight is ever present and the enemy is ruthless, bent on only destruction. Understanding that we are a soldiers, and our first and foremost order is obedience to our commander, God. Come with us on a five-part journey as we explore the importance of each one of those armor pieces and see the importance of the phrase, “Onward, Christian Soldier!” May we be found standing at the ready when the day begins, and we have fought the advances of the enemy, may still be found standing.