Swordsmanship

Swordsmanship

In Ephesians 6:17, the only offensive weapon mentioned in the Christian’s armor. Two quick observations: 1) The sword (Bible) is the one weapon that we have for fighting off Satan’s temptations. All of the other armor listed is defensive armor for our protection. 2) We are not to just defend ourselves, but take our sword, go on the offensive and cut the devil to pieces. We are not to cower in the corner, but come out fighting for our very souls. We are to use our sword to teach others about following Jesus’ life and teachings.

In Hebrews 4:12-13, the Hebrew writer tells us how powerful a weapon the sword of God (our Bible) is. It is able to cut the marrow out of the bone and discern between what is Godly and good versus what is evil and wrong. The Sword (Bible) is a powerful weapon in bringing discernment in how we should live to please God.

The Bible convicted us of our sin and pointed us to God’s salvation through Jesus Christ. In like manner, we can use it to teach others God’s truths and how they can have forgiveness and new hope in Him.

The Bible provides us with the strength, skill and discernment to recognize temptation when it comes and cut the temptation to pieces before it destroys us. As Jesus quoted Scripture when Satan tempted Him, we can quote Scripture as our defense when temptations come our way.

Learning what the Bible teaches about living for Jesus is so important in building the skills we need to serve Him. Learning about Jesus will help us be better swordsmen when we are talking to others about what Jesus teaches. Learning about Jesus will help us recognize temptation and cut it to pieces before it destroys our relationship with Him.

Getting To Know Jesus is a sword sharpening and swordsmanship building exercise. Getting To Know Jesus will help the disciple (you) become a mighty warrior in the army of God. Start your Getting To Know Jesus Bible Study squad and sharpen your swords together. Go to www.gettingtoknowjesus.org and get started now.

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