Extinguishing Flaming Arrows
The Armor of the Shield of Faith (Part 1)
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Title: Extinguishing Flaming
Arrows
----------------------- Date: 04/19/1999
Keywords: "armor" "faith" "peace" "shield"
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the face of sexual temptation.
The following is one of 42 studies on the "armor of God" as it relates to
resisting Web porn. Some of the studies will examine Ephesians chapter six, which is
famous for the armor theme. Some of the other studies, however, will examine how the armor
pieces are discussed elsewhere in Scripture. All 42 studies are listed in the three-minute study index for the dates April 1 through May
12, 1999. Feel free to study and/or download the entire set. We welcome your feedback to this thematic approach in
the three-minute studies.
Passage: Ephesians
6:12-18 (especially verse 16)*
12. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,
but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and
against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
13. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that
when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done
everything, to stand.
14. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled
around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place,
15. and with your feet fitted with the readiness
that comes from the gospel of peace.
16. In addition to all this, take up the shield
of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
17. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of
the Spirit, which is the word of God.
18. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all
kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for
all the saints.
Questions
According to verse 16...
1. What use is a shield of faith?
2. How many flaming arrows will you be able to extinguish?
3. Who is your opponent?
Practical help
Struggling with Web porn or other temptations? Verse 16 above offers
amazing help.
If you do one thing, the verse promises that you can:
1. Extinguish incoming arrows, even fireballs (like red-hot
temptations).
2. Put 'em all out, not missing one.
3. Win over the devil himself.
Your part? "Take up the shield of faith." This means
believing in Jesus for your:
1. Salvation (click for
details).
2. Courage to help you
stand strong (click to read more).
A reminder: The shield of faith isn't about believing in your
own efforts or righteousness. Trusting these things lead to discouragement and defeat.
Instead, the shield of faith is about Christ's power and certain victory.
Feel discouraged and defeated by porn? "Take up the shield of
faith" — in Jesus. Your despair will turn to hope and your defeat to victory.
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