Suited Up,Exercising Dominion Through

God’s Armorpart 4

March 17, 2019

Tom Shannon, Pastor

Restored Life Church

www.restored-life-church.com

God’s Armor

• God’s armor is our primary wardrobe in exercising our dominion.

• God’s armor clothes and protects our true identity, protecting from the lie, the false identity, allowing living out of their true identity.

• Our true identity is spirit; God is Spirit, and we are created in His likeness.

• God’s armor protects our vital core functions from every accusation and attack, whether from within or without.

• We need to recognize we are already clothed in the armor. Embracing such allows experience of such.• Evidenced in believing the truth over believing the lie (false accusations).

True Identity: Spirit, Soul, Body• 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 (NKJV),

• 23 Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your wholespirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. • Sanctify, 37. ἁγιάζω hagiázō; from hágios (40), holy. To make holy, sanctify. To

make clean, render pure.• Completely, 3651. ὁλοτελής holotelḗs; from hólos (3650), all, the whole, and

télos (5056), completion. All or the whole, completely or entirely• Whole, 3648. ὁλόκληρος holóklēros; from hólos (3650), all, the whole, and

klḗros (2819), a part, share. Whole, having all its parts, sound, perfect. That which retains all that was initially allotted to it and wanting nothing for its wholeness.

• Preserved, 5083. τηρέω tēréō; from tērós (n.f.), a warden, guard. To keep an eye on, watch, and hence to guard, keep, obey, preserve, take care of. [in every way]

• Blameless, 274. ἀμέμπτως amémptōs; from ámemptos (273) blameless. Blamelessly, faultlessly, 273. ἄμεμπτος ámemptos; from the priv. a (1), without, and mémphomai (3201), to find fault. Blameless [without accusation!]

• 24 He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it. (see Phil. 1:6)

• This is the work of God’s armor and our embracing of God’s armor (see Col. 1:21)

Our True Identity: Spirit, Soul, Body• 1 Corinthians 2:11-12 (NKJV),

• For what man knows the things of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him?

• Even so no one knows the things of God except the Spirit of God.

• 12 Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might know the things that have been freely given to us by God. • Received, 2983. λαμβάνω lambánō; To take in whatever manner. In the NT, to actively

take, and, partially in the pass. sense, to receive [aorist active here]• Know, 1492. εἴδω eídō. To see. The tenses derived from the meaning of eídō form two

families, one of which has exclusively the meaning of to see, the other that of to know. Oída suggests fullness of knowledge. means to have seen, perceived, apprehended; [perfect-past occurring, looking at the resulting current state). Subjunctive-intention, will.

• Freely given, 5483. χαρίζομαι charízomai; from cháris (5485), grace. To show someone a favor, be kind to. Graced. With the acc. only, charízomai means to forgive something (2 Cor. 2:10; 12:13) [here-aorist passive participle plural neuter]. Refers to being released from things, released from that which bound-the lie!

• 1 John 4:17, As He is so are we, in this world.

• This is the work of God’s armor and our embracing of God’s armor (see Col. 1:21)

Ephesians 6:13 (NKJV), Therefore take up the whole armor of God…• Armor is singular, a single package,

just as the fruit of the Spirit is singular, not plural.

• We possess all God’s armor.• God’s armor is our

offensive/defensive weapon of warfare.

• God’s armor clothes inward, resulting in an outward effect.

• God’s armor protects our true identity, and advocates for others true identity.

• Man is a spirit…

God’s Armor

The Belt of Truth

• Last week we looked at the belt of truth,

• His truth is His Spirit within, infusing our spirit, our true self, flowing within and flowing without, protecting our readiness, our strength, and our ability to spiritually reproduce.

• An immersion, an infusion in truth-reality, in whom God is, in who we are.

• Overcomes every accusation of the lie, allowing us to embrace our true self.

• Eradicates the lie’s resistance to truth.

• Testifies of truth and of Jesus, providing revelation of God’s heart and will.

• Cleanses, heals, comforts, encourages, exhorts, restores.

• Advocates Father’s love toward us and all.

• Its language is love.

• Allows us to do Father’s work.

The Breastplate of Righteousness

Ephesians 6:14 (NKJV) “…having put on the breastplate of righteousness,”

The Breastplate of RighteousnessEphesians 6:14 (NKJV) “…having put on the breastplate of righteousness,”• Having put on, 1746. ἐνδύω endúō;

• from en (1722), in/resting in, and dúō (1416), to endue, go in or under, to put on. • To be furnished with a quality.• Aorist participle denoting an already completed action.

• Breastplate, 2382. θώραξ thṓrax; • A breastplate or armor covering the body from the neck to the thighs, • Consists of two parts, one covering our front and the other our back

• Righteousness, 1343. δικαιοσύνη dikaiosúnē, • Rightness with God.

• Resting in the completed reality of rightness with God • Protects and maintains full functioning of our core organs (think of spiritual-inner

man counterparts)• Heart, lung, liver, spleen, stomach, intestines, kidneys, female reproductive organs,

pancreas…• Keeps us alive by destroying every aspect of the lie.

Spiritual Breastplate of Righteousness

• One’s Spiritual breastplate• Infusion in God’s righteousness (right) protects, nurtures, restores, grows.

• We are created in His image, in righteousness (rightness) with Him.

• Embracing His/our rightness protects His “breath flow” in our lives (blood, O2)

• Protects spiritual digestion and separation-elimination of toxins and waste.

• Gives life, provides energy,

• Allows a healthy environment for growth, a spiritual womb, so to say.

• Rightness with God is by faith/trust

What the Breastplate of Righteousness Does-Related Scriptures• 1 Corinthians 1:30 (NKJV), 30 But of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from

God—and righteousness and sanctification and redemption—

• Philippians 3:9-11 (NKJV), 9 and be found in Him, not having my own righteousness, which is from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which is from God by faith; 10 that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death, 11 if, by any means, I may attain to the resurrection from the dead.

• Galatians 5:5 For we through the Spirit eagerly wait for the hope of righteousness by faith.

• Romans 10:6-8 (NKJV), 6 But the righteousness of faith speaks in this way, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ down from above) 7 or, “ ‘Who will descend into the abyss?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8 But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith which we preach):

• Romans 5:17 (NKJV), For if by the one man’s offense death reigned through the one, much more those who receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ)• Reign, 936. βασιλεύω basileúō; from basileús (935), a king. To reign, rule, be king, to be in control

Righteousness Overview-It’s all in there! (1)

• Jesus is our righteousness-God is our righteousness.• Righteousness is by faith, our positive response to God.• Righteousness the fruit of obedience (embracing the truth regarding

God and man).• His righteousness results in steadfast security; I am eternally His.• Righteousness protects us from and empowers us for what is ahead

and from what is behind.• Righteousness ensures the infusion and assimilation of His life breath. • Righteousness ensures the filtering and elimination of all waste.

Righteousness Overview-It’s all in there! (2)

• Righteousness protects our core organs, destroying every aspect of the lie.

• Righteousness allows us to know… • Jesus, Father, Holy Spirit: God, • the power of Jesus’ resurrection, • the fellowship of sharing in Jesus’ sufferings (sin, law, old man, death were

all nailed to the tree with Him), • Jesus’ death, and • Jesus’ resurrection from the dead.

• Righteousness is in our heart, and in our mouth. • Righteousness empowers us to reign in life.

Feet Prepared with the Gospel of PeaceEphesians 6:15(NKJV) and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Feet Prepared with the Gospel of PeaceEphesians 6:15(NKJV) and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

• Having shod, 5265. ὑποδέω hupodéō; • to bind. To bind under, as sandals under the feet,• Refers to thick leather soled sandals embedded with hobnails or stone for better

traction. • The hobnails allowed for better traction, to keep one’s footing even in slippery terrain.• They could also be used to push away violent opposition, by lifting the foot, and pushing away

with the sandal’s soul.• Constant use made them more comfortable to wear (breaking in).

• Aorist participle denoting an already completed action.

• Feet, 4228. πούς poús (Pouse and Boots…)• The primary meaning of feet here is in respect to the ability to move, taking command

and charge.

Feet Prepared with the Gospel of PeaceEphesians 6:15(NKJV) and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

• Preparation, 2091. ἑτοιμασία hetoimasía, • noun, referring to the state of being ready or prepared for use and action. • Refers to thick leather soled sandals embedded with hobnails or stone for better traction.

• The hobnails allowed for better traction, to keep one’s footing even in slippery terrain.

• They could also be used to push away violent opposition, by lifting the foot, and pushing away with the sandal’s soul.

• Constant use made them more comfortable to wear (breaking in).

• It refers to having firm footing, and a strong foundation.

• Gospel, 2098. εὐαγγέλιον euaggélion, good news

• Peace, 1515. εἰρήνη eirḗnē• harmonious relations, freedom from disputes, absence of war.• A state of peace that is a blessing or favor from God.• Well being, good fortune, stability, absence of confusion, lack of discord, Jesus is our peace

Feet Prepared with the Gospel of Peace-Scriptures• Proverbs 11:30 (NKJV), The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he who wins souls

is wise.• He who wins the right to influence another’s life establishes peace, trust, caring; such is true wisdom• This first needs to begin in the heart of one’s self, in casting off any remnant of the lie, in loving, embracing, caring

for, nurturing, and believing in one’s self.• This is the core of peace.

• Romans 10:15 (NKJV), And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, Who bring glad tidings of good things!”• Peace is beautiful, bringing good tidings of good things.• Gospel/Tidings: 2097. εὐαγγελίζω euaggelízo Verb, To convey important information of

important relevant events.• Good, 18. ἀγαθός agathós adj., Benevolent, valuable, profitable, useful.

• Isaiah 9:7a (NKJV), “Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end….”• His peace is never ending.

Feet Prepared with the Gospel of PeaceEphesians 6:15(NKJV) and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

• Peace is internal harmony with self, God, and others. It is the quieting of every accusatory voice of the lie, and affirming peace.

• We already possess all peace, regardless of our experience. God has already provided all peace to face all opposition withstanding with courage.

• One’s courageous embracing (faith, trust), lifting up His peace within eradicates any phantom menace of the lie.

• Embracing the reality of peace within, peace with others, peace with God.

• Peace working internally… • Eradicates all residual phantom menace of the lie.• Destroys every aspect of the lie within, eradicating every aspect of the lie’s resisting truth.

• Secures one’s footing to move readily and freely.• Will flow outwardly doing the same.

Feet Prepared with the Gospel of Peace-Scriptures• Ephesians 2:14 (NKJV), “For He Himself is our peace, who has made both one,

and has broken down the middle wall of separation,” • Jesus is our peace• He breaks down walls of separation: first Adam-Last Adam; Jew-Gentile; man-man; man-

God.

• Philippians 4:7 (NKJV), and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.• His peace transcends understanding.• His peace guards our hearts.

• Romans 14:17-18 (NKJV), for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. 18 For he who serves Christ in these things is acceptable to God and approved by men.• Not external but internal flowing out.• One of the three main aspects of God’s Kingdom.• It is acceptable to God-He desires to see peace in our heart.• It wins men’s approval.

Feet Prepared with the Gospel of Peace-Scriptures

• Romans 16:20 (NKJV), And the God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen. • He is the God of peace.

• He crushes Satan/the accusation

• Romans 8:6-7 (NKJV), For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. 7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be.• Peace is the result of the spiritual mind

• All this is residing within each of us. Be encouraged, any dormancy will become active.

Peace Overview-It’s all in there!

• Peace with God, self, and others.• Peace in the face of adversity.• Spiritual readiness and sure footedness, even in slippery terrain. • Spiritually, the more and longer one embraces it, the more comfortable it gets.• Spiritually take command and charge• Spiritually ready for anything• Allows the pushing away, overcoming of opposition• Ever increasing peace.• Breaks down walls of separation within and without• Guards our hearts and minds• Acceptable to God, wins approval of men.• Flows from the spiritual mind.• Crushes all accusation.