Therefore, since the children share in flesh and blood, He Himself likewise also partook of the same, that through death He might render powerless him who had the power of death, that is, the devil, and might free those who through fear of death were subject to slavery all their lives.                                                           …

For this reason we must pay much close attention to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away from it. For if the word spoken through angels proved unalterable, and every transgression and disobedience received a just penalty, how will we escape if we neglect so great a salvation?                                    …

God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in many ways, in these last days has spoken to us in His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the world.  And He is the radiance of His glory and the exact representation of His nature, and upholds all things by the…

The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.                                                                                      James 5:16b  As we conclude, let’s go back over the pieces of armor and see how each one interconnects with all of the other pieces in order to provide us protection as we go into spiritual battle. The…

With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all the saints…                                                                                                                  Ephesians 6:18  As we wind down our study of the armor of God, let’s consider…

But prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves.                                                                                                                     James 1:22  Finally, we want to look at the importance of not only hearing the word of God but putting it into practice. Today’s passage reminds us that we are to…

For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart.                                                                                                              Hebrews 4:12  The sword…

…and the sword of the Spirit which is the word of God.                                                                             Ephesians 6:17b  The last piece of armor that Paul refers to is the sword of the Spirit, which he defines as the word of God. Unlike the other five pieces of armor, which serve as a…

For not knowing about God’s righteousness and seeking to establish their own, they did not subject themselves to the righteousness of God. For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.                                                                                                                Romans 10:3-4  Paul had a heart for people. He…

This is eternal life that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.                                                                                                                    John 17:3  Salvation is all about knowing God and Jesus Christ. Today’s passage is a portion of a prayer spoken by Christ and in that…